What Do You Think Of The Plate Method?

From my understanding the government is trying to replace the food pyramid with the plate method.  I Like the idea but it is can be a little misleading and confusing but that can happen when you try to over simplify an involved subject such as nutrition.

The Plate Method Use the “Plate Method” to see if you’re eating the right amount of food. The portions should fit a 9 inch plate, but since most plates measure 12 inches, leave room around the outside edge.

• ½ fruits and veggies
• ¼ whole grains and starches
• ¼ lean meat or protein

Be careful! Plate sizes have increased over the years, as have portion sizes at restaurants and fast food chains. Check out the difference between food today versus 20 years ago and see how much it’s affecting your calorie consumption.

Now looking at this plate the starch does not look much like whole grain to me. Does the ADA know about the plate method, they are still advertising the food pyramid.  

Google the plate method and go to images.  Notice how the "plates" are all different and some have dairy, some don't.  Anyone know of a standardized version?  I would love your opinion on this and any info on the subject that you have.