An Area is under no obligation to accept an ad or exhibit just because the ad or exhibit meets LLLI guidelines. Fitting within the guidelines only determines whether the Area has the option to accept an ad or exhibit. This right of refusal is stated in the LLLI guidelines that are shared with prospective advertisers and exhibitors. It is not to be taken lightly. The Board of Directors anticipated that some advertisements and exhibits might fit the guidelines and be accepted by LLLI but not be appropriate in a particular Area or at a particular event in that Area.
Perspectives can differ according to local custom and culture.
For example what may be considered a food in one part of the world may be viewed as medication elsewhere. An Area might be developing a theme for exhibits at a conference or be working toward balancing the mix of exhibits. It is possible to run out of room - in publication or in an exhibit hall. There may have been substantial negative reaction to an exhibit in past years. Without cutting off the exhibitor completely, it is possible to take a rest from the issue for a year and reevaluate in the future.