I've seen someplces that don't want them too. I found our place by running past the back door where they take donations and seeing the big pile of electronics. That was a few years ago though. I haven't paid much attention since. There's a lot to love about the newer larger screen TVs that take up less space in the living room. People certainly took to them quickly. I have to admit that they are light years away from the one with tubes that everyone had when I was young.