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Shaun Talks Back (STB) returns where comments from previous articles are addressed. This time, the focus is on the NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell seeking Congressional help, the return of Mark McGwire, horse racing issues, an Astana investigation and A-Rod and Manny’s production in the postseason.
From the article, Goodell plans to ask for Congressional help in resolving StarCaps suspension, Thomas Wright wrote: So Roger Goodell expects the United States Constitution to be rendered null and void for the benefit of some sporting leagues which are too damn lazy to write a drug policy which is actually legal in all states? Does he think that the lawmakers and registered voters of Minnesota and every other state should just back off on their Constitutionally guaranteed rights simply because his league is too busy making money to spend their time obeying the laws? Gee, who died and made him king?
This is another example of NFL vs. NFLPA that will lead to a potential work stoppage. As you point out Thomas, the NFLPA feels that Goodell has too much power and will look to contain it when both sides negotiate the next collective bargaining agreement.
From the article, Bud Selig happy with McGwire hiring, another bad move for baseball, BT wrote: Seriously, do we care if they cheat? I mean, we have basically forgiven everyone who has ever done anything wrong. Some people hold grudges, but they are few and far between. Everyone is looking for a leg up.
If you don't cheat, you ain't trying. Ever tried to boost your bench press numbers with chicken breasts, fish, and milk? Takes FOREVER. With so many "PED"'s on the banned list, who can keep up with them all? If you get caught- oh well, try something else.
Apparently many people do not care if athletes cheat BT. If athletes are role models, shouldn’t they be held to a higher standard? McGwire was given an opportunity to set the record straight, but instead left the waters muddied.
From the same article, Cory wrote: This is based off the assumption that McGwire used PEDs. The Mitchell report can only link him to andro which was not banned at the time and anyone 18 years of age could purchase it at their local supplement shop. There's plenty of people still in the game who have been caught Manny, Arod, Pettite, why are some players treated more harshly than others?
Cory, McGwire had a chance to set the record straight at the Congressional hearings in 2005. By not talking about the past, most felt that was an admission of PED use.
From the Horse racing gets somewhat serious about doping with latest suspension article, Pamela Harp Gentry wrote: What happened to the Safety and Integrity Alliance that was established by the NTRA last October?? I thought it was formed to help enforce stricter guidelines and punishments for trainers and others who violated rules. Obviously, that has proven to be no more than "window dressing". Personally, I think horse racing should be banned. It is a profligate and greedy industry with seemingly no one having the equine athletes' welfare and health as it's paramount concern. "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” Mahatma Gandhi.
Pamela, countrywide enforcement of suspensions would better protect the animals’ interests. It’s doubtful that horse racing will be banned, there’s simply too much money involved in the sport.
From the same article, C Richardson wrote: Without a doubt these bans should be enforced throughout North America not just at one track and the case should be brought up with the appropriate racing board. However, trainers even when suspended continue to train "from home" and their horses continue to race even if under detention. There needs to be a much stronger deterent such as losing their license then the odds may be just too high.
C Richardson brings up a great point. Even if a suspension is enforced throughout the country, the suspended trainer is allowed to train other horses from home. Stricter penalties will probably change behavior.
From the same article, William J. LePetomine wrote: The suspension was by the race track, not the state's Racing Board. No other state will honor this. State's do honor and enforce another state’s suspension. For instance, the New York State Racing and Wagering Board suspended Mullins for seven days and fined him $2,500. The seven day suspension was honored.
Getting banned at Publix doesn't mean your banned at Albertsons's.
Nice Publix analogy William. Anytime an individual is suspended for breaking the rules and putting animals at risk, he shouldn’t be allowed to be caring for animals in another state.
From the article, French prosecutors are reportedly investigating Astana, Iker Baqueiro wrote: Let there be no doubt, lance armstrong did use performance-enhancing drugs in this year's Tour (and through out all of his career). No way he could perform like that without drugs. They've been giving him a pass because of the money his "story" brings.
But, most likely, they're going to hang him out to dry in the next 2010 Tour. I hope there are a lot of killer mountains in the Pyrinees in the 2010 Tour. Those killer mountains will do us the favor of "killing" lance armstrong, he will be shown up.
Ave Contador !.
Iker shares the belief others have questioning Armstrong’s achievements. We’ll see if Iker is correct.
From the article, Horse racing shuns transparency, Richardson wrote: I agree 100%. it is about time owners and trainers took responsibility for running horses that are not 100% sound. Both legal and illegal drugs help mask underlying unsoundness. Too many horses are still breaking down despite new synthetic surfaces. I know any living creature can take a freaky bad step but it happens far too often in TB racing. I hope this catches on throughout North America.
The need for performance and use of legal and illegal substances put too many horses at risk. Hopefully, the sport will implement change themselves before the government gets involved.
From the article, Will all be forgotten if A-Rod and Manny produce in the postseason?, Derek wrote: People have forgotten all about the failed tests. I almost forgot the story about A-Rod broke this year.
As Derek point out, time heals all wounds. Most people are so caught up in the post season they forgot about the revelations that came out before the season.
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