At 09:44 AM 10/17/98 EDT, Keitha Whitaker wrote:
>I think we need to
>be aware that the tv execs don't really care what anyone's opinion about the
>show is -- they just care how many tune in, how many watch.  They will not
>count the pros and cons, they will only count the responses they get and then
>someone will get a pat on the back.

The people who do actually care about your opinion are the sponsors.
Obviously, pharmaceutical companies are not going to be crying that
lactation consultants are no longer going to buy their ABM (big surprise!),
but other companies also have their commercials on Chicago Hope.  Letting
them know after the show is over how you feel about this episode won't stop
this episode, but can make a difference in what happens in the future.

Paula Hart
Charleston, SC