NAACP Actions on TV, Guns

Re “NAACP Will Fight Network TV Lineups,” July 12: First, let me say that I am an African American woman in the baby boom generation. While litigation by the NAACP would be presumed to be a prelude to later, possibly rancorous negotiations, for me a more appropriate response is to congratulate the networks and their advertisers.

Since I am once again--given their programming choices--invisible and not valued, I am happy to not buy any products that are advertised on these programs. I realize that some products may slip by because of my long-established habits. However, since I will not view any of those programs, I will not be influenced to spend even more money on whatever products support the network plans.

Great job, networks. You’ve given me more reasons to not turn the TV on--at all!

MARCELLA McGEE

Los Angeles

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I applaud Kweisi Mfume and the NAACP’s effort to take on the networks regarding the lack of African Americans, Latinos and Asians in the fall TV lineup. For all who are offended by the lack of positive roles for minorities on TV, words to live by: “Don’t watch and don’t buy!”

CARLA J. JONES

Glendora

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It is surprising that the NAACP has chosen to battle the handgun industry (July 12), when it has chosen not to battle the liquor industry with the same vigor.

While liquor stores and bars are on almost every street corner in minority communities, and alcohol has been proven to be the root cause for much of the domestic violence and crime in these and all communities, no effort has been made to remove or control them to improve the lives of citizens. If the NAACP wants better neighborhoods and less crime, remove the booze and its sellers.

LARRY ZINI

Camarillo