> It is my view that Academia is beholden to Commercial interests at this time, 2011. 

Not true and a calumny on the many academics who still hold to their 
principles of speaking truth to power. I suggest you owe those of us who 
argue passionately against the commercialisation of HE, and against 
commercial interests in many other areas, an apology. Milton's tireless 
efforts over the entire existence of ICANN and his published work, including 
two major works analysing the malign influence of commercial actors (and 
others) on ICANN policies ("Ruling the Root" and "Networks and States") speak 
for themselves. KK's efforts also demonstrate a clear commitment to advancing 
the concerns of the non-commercial community.

This descends to the level of name-calling and is IMHO inappropriate here.