I agree with the opinions on AMS business practices/flagrant copying but I feel Z1 is hosting a cool event regardless of the fact that AMS is a sponsor. The constant attacks clutter the forum and don't change anything.
Are we all going to see the torches and pitchforks for EVERY other major Z event in the USA? Is anyone actually canceling plans because AMS sponsored the event or is thus all hot air on the Internet from folks who wouldn't go anyway?