I spent much of my early reporting career covering Mayor Ed Koch of New York City who, when confronted by a truly stupid question or dumb comment, would simply say to the person: "you ought to be ashamed of yourself!"

Well, Aaron, you ought to be ashamed of yourself. That we were un-invited to appear on Jan Wahl's show because you are--and I quote--"not interested in a book that is going to be critical of what we do as a business," is not only unconscionable but displays shocking contempt for the intelligence of your viewers. Do you really think their trust in your station will crumble if they listen to some critical comments about the television news industry? If so, I would suggest strongly that the foundation upon which your station is built is a weak one.

The issue is far bigger than our book.



Government censorship is not nearly as bad as is corporate censorship--especially by a company that serves the public---or ought to.

You also show contempt toward Ms. Wahl by your actions.

The public will learn--it always does remember--of such actions and when it does, I hope you will have ready a far better excuse than not being interested in a book critical of "what we do as a business."

Charles S. Feldman

Howard Rosenberg

