In Search of Financial Viagra

We couldn't resist; really, we couldn't. Larry Flynt (founder of Hustler) and Joe Francis (CEO, Girls Gone Wild) have queued up, collective palms up for $5 billion of government bailout money. In an epic fiasco which has reportedly consumed more money than all major wars the United States has ever fought... we can't think of one reason why Messrs. Flynt and Francis shouldn't get their cash.

With adult DVD sales down 22%, one could assume that the adult entertainment industry is indeed experiencing har... difficult... times. But, we're more of the opinion that Messrs. Flynt and Francis are making a wee joke, and -- more importantly -- making a valid point. We quote Mr. Francis:

"...the US government should actively support the adult industry's survival and growth, just as it feels the need to support any other industry cherished by the American people..."

The award for maximum bitchiness, however, goes to Mr. Flynt:

"...everyone and their mother want to be bailed out... the porn industry has been hurt by the downturn like everyone else and they are going to ask for the $5 billion. Is it the most serious thing in the world? Is it going to make the lives of Americans better if it happens? It is not for them to determine."

Well, think of Mr. Flynt what you will, but we have to admit he's got a sense of humour.