We don't have an opinion or more importantly a vote one way or another. We're not thrilled with it ... but it's essentially up to the analysts.

I have heard many arguments which influenced my opinion, but never one which influenced my vote

I'm not going to vote for any of the current sluggers or pitchers on the first ballot. It's my way of protesting the use of steroids. Beyond the first ballot, I just don't know. I hope we'll become better informed.

The first two quarters of last year were OK but not stellar. If we still have double digit increases in earnings during the third quarter, that would be good news.

The consumer has not run out of gas yet, provided the job market continues to remain fairly decent.

In America, public opinion is the leader.