DX you are on the wrong thread....
The good people of Oprano only Praise Almighty R-n!!
Seriously though, there is NO doubt R-n has played an important part in the industry. I do not know one person who does NOT respect him as a business person. However, he has done many things to hurt the industry to line his OWN pockets - that is one of the issues I have with him. One I have been battling him on for years.
But the same could be said with many people...
One thing that we ALL derive entertainment from is the ever expansive EGO R-n has. That is pretty much what he is lampooned the most for.
Love or hate R-n, you have to respect him. ( and you know, I have a feeling he is more then happy with that )
Praise R-n!