Suzie, I agree with you that the article was toxic (excellent description).

I also read the article and I was thinking what a wonderful thing Oprah is able to do with her influence and what a wonderful feeling it must be for her.

The article made the writer out to be small, petty, jealous, and a very unhappy person.

So what Pontiac wanted to screen who the cars went to? They GAVE AWAY 276 brand new cars.

Who gives a rip as to their "needy" criteria.

Grasshopper, I am a moderator for a totally unrelated cyber forum (not travel) and I can tell you without a doubt, the vast majority of people have more than one screen name. Their IPs register at each posting.

Back to the topic at hand. Regardless if an advertising ploy, I thought Oprah's show was very cool.

I thought the last two dreams that she facilitated in getting fulfilled were pretty great. That girl went from homeless to having a very bright future (not to mention a well dressed present), and the family with all the foster children were pretty special.

Not sure why everyone thinks there is less value when Oprah doesn't personally donate all the money, goods, etc. I think facilitating the giving is a great thing on its own.