Intelligent take on fans and fanaticism

If humor is your thing, this post ain't for you (e.g. Iraq? Afghanistan? Healthcare?) but if you want a well-written point of view on fans and fanaticism, using Manny Ramirez as a filter, then check out this post from MindRiteSports.com. "...what also comes with "Manny Being Manny" is his career .313 batting average, 490 home runs, 1602 RBI, .409 OBP and 20 grand slams. It also comes with a .375 and .462 batting average against the Angels and Indians, respectively, in this year's playoffs. And, most importantly to Boston fans, it includes a 2004 World Series MVP Award."