"It's not like there's a massive boycott [of U.S. goods]. Instead, it seems to be an erosion of support. It's not falling off the face of the earth, but it's clearly a warning
sign for brands."
-- Tom Miller, managing director of NPO World. The global market research organization's annual survey of 30,000 consumers in 30 countries outside the U.S. found that
diminishing respect for American culture is taking a toll on American brands throughout the world.
"We're more concerned at the moment with higher taxes than with anti-Americanism. That said, there's always a cloud over industry if political issues are left unattended. You
have to remain vigilant about reminding people that politics is different from business."
--Fred Irwin, president of the American Chamber of Commerce, quoted in the May 9 edition of the New York Times in a front-page article titled, "War and Abuse Do Little Harm To
U.S Brands"