1493 The Networks cooperate to raise funds

And will they edit out the anti-Bush remarks? If not, then it isn't a fund raiser (most of us know how to donate money without Hollywood telling us), it is a Get-Bush-Fest. If they don't control these mouthpieces, it will hurt the Red Cross and Salvation Army who are collecting the money. Or maybe not. Like I say, people of good will have already contributed. People of ill will are sniping at Bush, and maybe haven't had time to open their wallets.

"As previously announced, musical performers scheduled to appear on "Shelter From The Storm: A Concert For The Gulf Coast" include Sheryl Crow, the Dixie Chicks, Alicia Keys, Randy Newman, Paul Simon, Rod Stewart and Neil Young. Celebrity participants include Jennifer Aniston, Cameron Diaz, Ellen DeGeneres, Jack Nicholson, Chris Rock, Ray Romano and Sela Ward." CBS announcement

BET is also raising money but is calling it SOS--Saving OurSelves. Nice touch.