I'm gonna add my two-cents worth.

I actually think its great that the Bass-Player is getting so much attention (as a bass player myself) - as they r usually the most overlooked member of a band.

To me he is an integral part of Bon Jovi (has been from the start), contract or not. I too would like to see him appear in more photo shoots / get more exposure than he perhaps is. However I'm sure he would only need to ask & this would happen - I personally think he doesn't really want all the exposure that would come about with being an 'official member'. The fact that he is happy with this arrangement is surely shown from the amount of work he does for BJ & the fact he goes on tour with them & doesn't miss a show. However if a petition would change this - then all the better & I'm sure he is flattered by the response.

Although if this fails to change things, then I think we all need to accept that the current arrangement is one that will not change.

Mike