Although 100 backs would be nice, its not actually that important (sorry to P on anyones bonfire) unless I get an award or break the A4U system

What is important is that this industry allows anyone with balls to stand up and say what they think, back what they agree with, without the fear of retribution of whatever kind.
The thing that's pleased me is the mix! No longer are some networks, agencies or merchants afraid - they are starting to show they care about the industry and shout about what is right and wrong, expressing their feelings by backing posts.
Its a small step to being able to completely express your opinions, but we are getting there.
One final note - my post is a gripe at Next and iLevel only. A few people have mentioned Buy.At, but lets not forget that Affilinet haven't been vocal either and both Next programmes are available on their network too. I don't know whether I expected Buy.At or Affilinet to comment on the post, and not sure if its right to expect them to TBH - "dont shoot the messenger" as they say. I would however hope (not expect) iLevel/Next to say something.... anything...