So if we accepted some of the interviews what is the downside? Fact is they're going to keep on repeating the same shit unless we figure out how to radically change the perspective. One way to do that is to go completely on the offensive. We take every interview print and TV. We seek out outlets- debate on Russian TV etc... If we are in the right we are in the right. If we are worried about NZ or image issues they will just continue to bury us with the nepotism/ privileged BS. On the other hand, if we embrace it- say why we really think we are on the right side of the fence- argue over it- know our shit- speak intelligently about energy and the future of US foreign policy that depends upon it etc... What the hell- we could be on TV from now until the end of time and half the world will hate us and half the world will think we are much more important than we actually are. That combined with the simple fact that you and I on TV makes good TV- that in and of itself is probably worth it. OR we just continue to hide under the covers and wait for the worst. RHB 202.333.1880