I presume that the "those amongst us" part of your question is aimed at me. However, I have said repeatedly, to anyone who bothers to read my postings properly, that English is an ever-changing and ever-evolving language. However, what I am opposed to is the current process of Americanisationl this has nothing to do with the normal process of linguistic evolution, nor is it to do with the standardisation of English. It comes, quite simply, from the process of American cultural dominance which is spreading like wildfire throughout the globe. I happen to believe this is dangerous, as it is dstroying the rich variety of culture the world enjoys. Standardisation can bring benefits, but it can also destroy the diversity that enriches our cultural lives. And this is not just a spelling/grammar thing, it is also about pronunciation, about the food we eat, the clothes we wear, the way we behave, etc. Americanisation of our language is just one manifestation of Americanisation, but as language is central to the culture of a nation it is a highly important issue.