There definetely is a difference in the interpretation of the term QDM depending on who you talk to and I think that makes it hard to get these measures passed in certain areas, such as the UP of Michigan where I'm located. QDM originally was for the herd, but has come to symbolize antler size, and the general sentiment among non-QDM supporters is that all QDM people are trophy hunters. I, like most, am after big bucks, but at the same time, I understand the need for doe harvest. On the recent QDM vote (2004) the debate became trophy hunters vs. meat hunters and the proposal ultimately failed because of it. We desperately need some doe harvest and buck laws changed, perhaps one buck per season, and this I think would qulaify as QDM since it would be helping the herd by getting the ratios closer together, but also a secondary effect would be the QAM portion. I think that everyone can benefit from QDM because the meat hunters can take a doe to eat, but the buck hunters have an increased chance of taking a good buck. Just my $0.02