Sounding Off On the Advertising Industry

Readers have had plenty to say over news coming out of the advertising industry. Check out some of the many opinions being shared and be sure to add your own comment by clicking on the news item's link and then the "Comments" link.

• "I think this whole thing is in poor taste. It is based on an offensive subtle, singling out of a “Hate group” and then making fun of them. Everyone that thinks this type of thing is funny, never lived in Germany in the 30’s. There is a progression of this type of thing, you accept it and more extreme examples take it place." -Vic on Geico Caveman Vs. the Media in a New Commercial
  
  
• "More big companies trying to monopolize the industry. There will be a fallout for Nextel. This is like only being able to have Valvoline sponsor oil, or Home Depot is permitted, but not Lowes. Nascar made a huge mistake signing with Nextel. It is all a money game. They are taking the fun out of the sport." -Melanie on AT&T Sues NASCAR Over Logo Change
  
  
• "My 9 year old was offended by the ad, and it put me in an awkward position to have to explain it to her at that moment. I’m not real keen on ads showcase ANY sexual preferences simply because it take choice away from parents as to what their kids are forced to view during 'family friendly tv' and when they learn that sex exists..." -Lisa on Snickers Commercial Pulled After Complaints