Instead of giving them anything good, the networks claim to be giving them what they want.

The network claims to have an audience attractive to advertisers.

A mere 10 years ago, the three networks could claim more than 90 percent of the nation's home audience.

Each network claims initial ignorance of the other's plans.

The networks claimed to be ignorant and victims of the quiz show scandals.

The network claims the murder is unrelated to the theme of the show.

The network claimed to have 100% original content all produced by the new generation of youth.

But whatever the cause, it was a sharp contrast to the 90 percent and higher shares the networks claimed in the late 1970's.

The network claims a total enrollment of over 100,000 children.

By that measure, every network can claim at least minimal success this season.