As an avid Ace voter, I can safely say that my votes will go to either Elliott or Katharine. This competition is still about talent, right? No need for petty back-lash to Taylor.
I think we all could see that it was the show that put him in an akward position, not fair to make Taylor choose; these people are his friends!
The more I listen to just the audio of the performances from week to week, the more I'm beginning to think Elliott should win. Not saying I think he WILL win, but what a voice! Based on the audio alone, I'd move Elliott to the top of my rankings for this week(up from the 4th place I gave him after watching AI.) Katharine is back in my good graces after her performance this week, but even she loses some of the magic with just the audio. Paris is still solid and about equal with Katharine just judging by the audio. Started out as a Taylor fan and he's still my favorite, but Elliott is gaining ground.
http://www.overmused.com/sixapart/archives/2006/04/american_idol_5_april_18t.php