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Griepp explained Capital City Distribution's operations and the explosion of black-and-white titles in 1986 (61 new #1s in a single month's order form). He described the MIRACLEMAN #9 controversy — where Eclipse shipped a book with graphic content not disclosed in solicitations, leading to retailer complaints — and emphasized that the distributor's key role in the adult-content debate is ensuring publishers disclose content in advance so retailers can make informed decisions.

A transcript of a November 1986 industry panel featuring retailers, publishers (Eclipse, Marvel, DC, First Comics), and distributor Milton Griepp debating whether a ratings system is needed. The panel reached no consensus — retailers wanted advance information from publishers; publishers opposed formal ratings for varying reasons; and the distributor advocated for consistent content disclosure.