I think that you are saying some interesting things, TruckerNorm. The significance in what rules often prohibit as opposed to what is nurtured speaks for itself. Look at the priorities, and come to your own conclusions. In the context of the big picture, you have to wonder sometimes at the logic. Look at what gets singled out as opposed to what is allowed to slide.

I think that the bottom line is money. It is about what sells and produces the best profit. It is about who has the money. It is about sucking up to who controls the rules based on the power of the money.

It most certainly does not appear to be about rules that are fairly and consistently applied to all. It is not about ethics. It is not about a concern for others. It is not about freedom or establishing a civil environment.

It really is amazingly selfish and self-serving. Once you strip away all the rationalizations and gobble-di-gook, it really is about thinking only of yourself and nobody else. It is about doing what you think gives you the upper hand as opposed to understanding your impact on others.