In response to the letter in the IR on Sept. 19 regarding "The value of an outfit," I would describe this as nothing more than class envy.

Why shouldn't anyone who works hard to make something of themselves be able to to buy, or wear, whatever they can afford. So what if Cindy McCain's outfit costs $313,000.

Talk about having choices comparable to those of Marie Antoinette! How about Jacqueline Kennedy? The media used to critique her wardrobe to a tee, but no one bashed her on how much she would spend on her outfits. That's because she was a Democrat and Cindy McCain is a Republican.

Instead of bashing Cindy McCain for what she spends on clothes, why not praise her for all the good that she's done with her philanthropic kindness.

No, you want to break it down to show how many meals her one outfit could provide for the many in this country who are hungry.

Why not send a message to these people that if they just better themselves by getting a good education, a good job, and plan for their future, maybe they can provide for themselves, and not be so dependent on charity from others and the government.