I don't have a television. I haven't had one in probably 4-5 years. I don't miss it at all. I do find I read quite a bit more without one and when my brain wants that sort of soothing emptyness I go to the movies (about once a month).

Honest, you don't need it.

If you should remain obstinate and insist that you do need one, buy the cheapest one you can because I suspect the HDTV format will catch on in about 3 years and you'll just want to replace it again.