I think Carrie did a great job on this season of Idol! I have been a fan of hers since her season of Idol, and I think she is a very sincere and thoughtful person, who really wanted the best for all the contestants on the show. In my opinion, positive comments and re-enforcement of the things contestants were doing right, is much more important than criticism. I can't believe people think it's okay to bash Carrie as a judge, it seems like such a juvenile "mean girl" thing to do. All three judges were great this year, and it was one of the best seasons in recent years. I can't wait to see Lionel, Carrie. and Luke, on the next season of American Idol!!