JQ
The manipulation will always exist; however, I agree with you that it will have less of an impact in the coming months. The stock is inexpensive. Positive news and momentum will bring the money back into this stock which has been sitting on the sidelines. Volume should also increase by the end of the summer as investors return from their holiday.
You also made a point which is very true concerning the future pp's. When they do happen, they will be "well" received by the shareholders. (I could not resist that one) :)
Johnyboy