Like several others.. I have not been around enough to know the history.
However, in short, I feel that people who use this board to spout off racism, bigotry and other forms of hate, regardless of their standing in the industry, should be removed long before those who advertise in less than appropriate ways.
While it may not affect the industry leaders who have already made their fortunes, in order to maintain the profitable and enjoyable pastime and career that the industry is, the industry must preserve its own credibility and legitimacy. Two things that are very hard to maintain with politicians and the 'religious right' fighting to put an end to pornography in general.
Allowing racists and bigots to pervade the ranks of the adult industry undermines that effort of putting up a good face to represent the entire adult entertainment culture.
