This message is being posted to museum-l by the American Association of
Museums.
 
On Sunday, September 18, David S. Reed of Reed Public Policy posted a
message to museum-l regarding various sources of statistics.
 
Mr. Reed made false statements regarding AAM's data survey.  We will post
a reply to museum-l once we have analyzed Reed's statement in detail.
 
Meanwhile, we point out that Reed Public Policy acted as consultant to the
"National Needs" study that he recommends to museum-l.  36 pages of the
report are printed with a "Reed Public Policy, Inc." footer.
 
We apologize for taking your time, but we do need to reply to statements that
mischaracterize both us and our work.