Ticket prices leave bad taste in fan’s mouth

This letter is in response to the recent sale of Bruce Springsteen tickets. Being a "Jersey girl" myself, and fan for many years, I was anxious for the first day of ticket sales.

My husband and I repeatedly called the Ticketmaster phone numbers, only to find out that within 20 minutes from the moment they went on sale, they were sold out. Okay. So, next we tried a ticket agency. I was shocked and astounded at what they told me — $250-$1,500 per ticket?! How are a couple on a moderate income with five children supposed to afford this? My husband and I were not prepared to have to pay $500 plus expenses to see Bruce (that is, if we could see him) from the "nosebleed" section of the stadium.

My question is this: Does Bruce — supposedly an advocate for the hardworking, blue-collared American — know this is going on? I would hope not, but, if he does, what does he really stand for — the almighty dollar or the loyalty of his fans?

Cheryl Giovannitti

Gibbstown