[presently no screen name]

I grew up in New York. I know of what I speak.

That you can call someone a derogatory name just because you feel like it? Where's the 'values' you speak of so self righteously.

and his belief that you should have a license to own a gun

Hey, you need a license to fish and to cut hair!

Summer in the Hampton's - who doesn't? Include "The End" in that, too! Beats the Jersey Shore. Does anyone criticize you for your choice where to vacation? Talk about control!

[Clemenza]

Owning a gun is a right. Operating a barber shop is a priveledge. Of course, that's how it is in America, not New York.

BTW: I usually go to the White Mountains in the summer anyway. Amangansett does have some nice beaches, even if you don't "dig the scene." Haven't played at Shinnecock yet, but my father has.

And no, "West Hampton" and Montauk are NOT the Hamptons!