Editor’s Note: Refusal of Saitama Super Arena to Host JYJ Japanese Charity Event
You know, Folks. Some things do not change. Are you surprised that this refusal came down the pike. I’m not because I saw it coming. There is a pattern to the harassment of our mancubs, and this chapter in our constant harrassment book lies at SM’s door via AVEX. The concert is sold out, the venue was secured, and now this. I’m not surprised in the least.
My argument is this. Anyone, any corporation, whichever way you want to say it, that would refuse a charity event for victims of Japan based on politics (excuse me, “contractual issues”) alone should be drawn and quartered.
Am I angry? Yes, I am. When people are hurting and have needs as deep as this–especially your own people–you do not throw away or thwart an opportunity for them to receive help from a legitimately caring source such as JYJ. I could care less about the contracts. I could care less about SM’s claims or Avex’s claims. People are hurting out there and you have just made a major social blunder. How can you say on one hand that you are in support of the Japanese people and on the other hand bite the charitable arm that is reaching out to them. Some things just plain stink!!! The stench is exceedingly strong here, and it will be smelled around the world.
What makes SM and Co. (of which obviously Saitama Arena management is a part) think that this is a legitimate means of retribution against JYJ? That is all that this boils down to. They know how much damage this could cause, how much work is involved if tickets need to be refunded.
Our guys have hearts of gold, but obviously there are a lot of people out there who have hearts of lead, and their obvious motivation is to save their own skin at the expense of the homeless and hurting people of their own country. This is a sad day indeed, and I pray that no one gets to benefit from refusing much-needed aid to Japan. Sometimes I wonder at the maturity level of these executives who get to eat well and live well while others are suffering. It is going to take a lot of money to get Japan back on it’s feet. Obviously some people could care less. Blind leading the blind.
Momma Cha
Oh Cha. Tears are falling here. This is too true and delivered with a power that only a heart filled with true sympathy for those in need could contain.
JYJ`s good intentions and kind hearts WILL triumph in the end – they are suffering a temporary setback here (yes, I know – another one) but they will not lose, because they are doing the right thing and that will eventually make that difference that we need now.
Editorials like this one do make a difference too. Someone in the right position to do something about all of this injustice will read it and do something to change things. I believe in that – your words make me believe in that. Thank you for caring, but also for sharing your great writing with us.
YF,
There is a source beyond myself who inspires me to write. My heart broke this morning when I realized what had been done not only to JYJ and the fans, but also to the Japanese people. I simply cannot fathom this type of mindset, or should I say simply that I will not tolerate this mindset without speaking my piece. I pray that all is set aright and that the show goes on. I want our mancubs to take courage and to see this not as a setback, but as a surge forward in the exposure of SM and their colleague’s behaviors. Cha
YF,
I see that you changed your avatar again. How are you? Cha