Morari, the problem is you try and change EVERY conversation into some sort of anti consumerism pro piracy rant or something. It's starting to weigh pretty thin on everyone, so PLEASE STOP!
I thought that (all) forums were for discussion. I'm not ranting, merely putting an observation out there. If you (and whomever "everyone" else might entail) are really that unnerved by an occasional comment, then I can only conclude that you are among the brainwashed masses. These passing comments must obviously grate at you, for you know deep down inside that such unabashed consumerism will only lead to moral bankruptcy. Truly, if I am that bothersome for your psyche to swallow, then ban me. Otherwise, I see very little that I have done to warrant such overt confrontational behavior.
For once, I must agree with my arch nemesis, Pale. And, what's most sad is that these are the first two posts I've seen of yours in what may be months. I don't mean to be personaly, I usually try not to be when I'm serious, but you've got a bit of an imposing, egocentric, warped, angry, and masturbatory point of view. I would not say that's a healthy thing unless you're a radio talk show host, or a specialized talking head on television. Please refrain from calling any member of this forum brainwashed in the literal sense.
For the record, when a brand-name product becomes a household word, that's a very good thing, in a capitalistic sense. It's a measuring stick for success. Just because you don't appreciate a brand that can market and innovate better than another doesn't mean it's a harmful or damaging thing, it means there's a success. Beyond that, a brand's success can lead to a different brand's success, as well. Take a look at a local drug store: The brand-name product is launched first, after the company does research and development, tests, and gets the drug approved, they are the first to market, and typically become synonymous with the drug. As far as over-the-counter goes, people might ask their pharmacist for Benadryl. Some will want the brand name of the drug, it's what they are familiar with. However, once a generic is legally available, people will also look for it, yet still call it by the brand name, Benadryl, not diphenhydramine HCl. How is capitalism hurt? The brand benefits because it's where people look first. The generic drug benefits because the brand has already established credibility and effectiveness.
Furthermore, the free market greatly benefits from widespread use of the word "Band-Aid." When someone's looking for any type of bandage, gauze, sterile pads, or anything of the type, they ask for a Band-Aid. When they find the Bandages, they see Johnson and Johnson on the box, and typically, when they find the type of product they're looking for, they choose the Johnson and Johnson brand. You're using unproven, theoretical conjecture to inflate your own ego. Take a step back before you try to force your beliefs and ideas down others' throats, and maybe you won't be reprimanded by the those in charge. I wouldn't worry about a warning, I'd just remember not to make the same mistake again, but since you posted a reply to him, well, what he said "must obviously grate at you."
Oh, and let me add that having a brand name attached to an objects use, such as Band-Aids and adhesive bandages also helps the little guy, since most stores will stock the other brand right next to it. If anything, the brand name awareness increases awareness of the products generic, because it develops and fosters interest in the product and its purposes and uses. The end result is interest in the product, interest in it's counterparts, and interest in anything involved. But, I've gone on long enough for an unrelated issue. If you're irked by what I say, or feel the need to reply, start a thread somewhere where this talk is appropriate to call me out.
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