The article is very depressing. I guess homeland security types are not the typical patrons of the performing arts . . .
I had a long discussion with Greg at last Worlds. I argued that given the visa requirements the US in currently not a good place to host a world contest.
Fortunately, now that Salvador works for Cometa his chances of coming to Worlds increased exponentially. He could come with a business visa, and business is something they do understand . . .