When times are tough and the heat is on, htere are some who will rely on scapegoating to deflect attention from themselves and their inability to offer viable solutions. Sadly, we see this strategy used today by some of our leaders in both the private and public sectors.

Blaming the Japanese, or any other group of people, will not solve our problems in this country. History dictates that we mus challenge this kind of manipulation. Surely, we deserve better. Bruce Hautala Bangor