I have been reading about this incident. I do not know all the details. and I always liked Bob Barker and following the work of the Sea Shepherd for years and donating to them when I could. For me the ocean is our last frontier and it is a shame we do not spend more time and resources there instead of all this Space Shuttle stuff. We all would rather try and live in peace and harmony on the earth rather than in space. I just wonder how this really happened to Lady Gil. Even more now I dislike the Japanese, especially since Pearl Harbor. They are a sneaky bunch and do not shoot straight. They should pay for the damage and all other natural violations. This was a dangerous situation and I think that the crew and the entire team of the sea Shepherd should be seen as heroes and men and women trying to help. The same as in the Middle East. For me The Sea Shepherd should be looked upon as a different kind of coast guard; only this time, they are in the sea far away from any coasts. The whales need to be safe from nations, from people like the Japanese. The animals in agriculture are only now starting to receive help and attention to stop the abuse; the same should happen with sea animals. Animal welfare now. Sea Shepherd; we love you and stand behind you. Do not give up. We are still behind you. Let us know how more we can help you. “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” And thank God for men like Bob Barker. Sinking this ship to me is like the sinking of the Lusitania.