In response to the article, "Target pharmacies can refuse to give out birth control," Nov. 28, I ask this: Why are so many people freaking out about Target's decision to allow their pharmacists to make the decision to dispense Plan B emergency contraception (though not actually a "contraceptive," because it is not a method of prevention)? I've enjoyed reading the letters to the editor over the past few days, regardless of their stance on the issue.

It boils down to capitalism. No one's "rights" are being violated because of Target's, and consequently, their pharmacists', decision to offer (or not) Plan B. If someone forced you to not have sex the night before you would need Plan B, then your rights would be violated. In turn, it cannot be expected that any business be forced to sell (or not sell) any product that they don't want to, regardless of the reason. Are my rights being violated because Wal-Mart refuses to sell Playboys (or any "adult" magazine) or CDs with explicit lyrics at any of their stores? Of course not. Wal-Mart finds that type of material to be morally reprehensible, and chooses not to sell it. Where is all of the agitation, fist waving and letters to the editor on that? If I choose to shop at Wal-Mart, I do so knowing that those products aren't available. And, in turn, I can choose to shop elsewhere if I require those products.

A company makes a decision, which forces me to make one, too. Choice -- it's a wonderful tool. You want to show Target you're mad? Don't shop there ... for anything. Tell friends and family not to shop there. Hit Target where it hurts --- its bottom line. But writing pointless letters to the editor and then going to Target for a bean bag and a futon cover accomplish nothing except demonstrate your ignorance for capitalism, choice, and "rights." Don't be ignorant.