Well, I admire your dedication to ideals even though I am a little dubious at the perceived gain.

There is no gain I believe :D

stir the pot of resentment and retaliation.

I think the first is already established - the retaliation is yet to come.

If asked for my opinion, I give my opinion - she should know that by now so - if scared of the answer, don't ask :)

How did the greeting card industry ever get so much power and influence in our lives?

The whole world is driven by consumption and as a result, we have the crappy conditions we have. No one creates, everything is disposable.