YouTube recently deleted about 30,000 videos and a bunch of users because of alleged copyright violations. What exactly can we get away with, and what will get us into trouble? I debate the issues with myself. P.S. - A few more points: 1 - I admit that I'm a hypocrite and have bent the law a bit myself. I believe what I've done is "fair use," but a judge might disagree. 2 - The issue is far more complicated than could be covered in a 4.5 minute video, and I'm not a lawyer (I only play one on YouTube). 3 - When I say it's "crystal clear," that's a joke. It's murky as all hell. But I think it can be cleared up.