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Haha, thanks... Nice avatar as well. I thought rand would agree that politicians are not usually held accountable to their word, but should be... I'm far from a scholar on her work and philosophy, but I'm a fan of AS. Not sure if she'd be too keen on turning gold into silver, wouldn't it be...

If a player is prescribed a drug, then it is certainly allowed. Lots of people are prescribed adderall, and probably just as many take it "illegally"... I have no problem with someone taking a drug ordered by a doctor. Guess I was just thinking that it is unfortunate that some top players may...

Well, maybe both. Im not trying to label any specific players, please don't think I'm aiming for that. But would it make difference in a player's ability if certain chemicals/drugs weren't present or allowed? For example, lots of people think they shoot better pool after a few beers, and maybe...

Much respect. Well played.

Haha, now that's a whole new topic.... If politicians could be held accountable for what they promise, oh, well, nevermind, that will never happen...

I was just raising an interesting topic. It's not an implication, it's a fact. It's a fact in all aspects of life. You can be "whatever" towards it and me all you want, I'm just wondering what could happen if there was a governing body and rules were imposed... Really just thought it would make...

Lots of other sports do it. Just introducing a topic for discussion, not trying to accuse anyone specific. Personally, I could care less - but it is a reality in the world of pro sports. Oh how some of the mighty might fall.

Haha, haven't read the whole thread, but this just made me actually lol while eating lunch... Thanks :)

I am enjoying, and I will continue :) Thanks again to you and everyone else for the updates...

Well I appreciate all the updates from everyone, and I enjoy reading along here. Just because some people don't post often, doesn't mean they don't read along often. Im not at "Earl basher", it was just this one thing I thought sounded kind of ridiculous. And I still do, but my opinion...

I'm not looking for a fight, was only asking a question and stating my opinion. And I guess since I just posted 5 minutes ago, there could be no way I've been following along since yesterday, right? I guess you've got the rundown on how long everyone has been following along? And by your...

Good defense.. Go away. It was just a question, I said I couldn't see the match, and merely stated my opinion. You dont have to agree. And sorry, I think earplugs are fine if the sounds are bothering you, but earmuffs are a bit excessive and for show. And I have never in my life seen a pool...

Musicians wear them all the time, but you don't see them. Wearing oversized obvious earmuffs is obnoxious, which to me is a move, and tacky. I'm not PC, just saying that it's an obvious and tasteless unnecessary symbolic gesture. And has he worn them before, since he finds them necessary? Earl...

Was Earl really wearing shooting range type "earmuffs"? I don't have the stream, so I'm only going by what I read here, which may be half in jest. If he is, or was, am I the only person that finds this highly unnecessary and offensive to Shane? Seems like a major intentional and tasteless...

seems like he's invested in lots of pool players :) I think he'll get most of that money back plus some maybe when it's all over. I wasn't there, but I hear he was getting 18-4 from Alex, lost the first set, doubled the bet and then won pretty easily.... Sounds like he's not as dumb as...

Careful Jay, lots of players think 9-Ball is the only defining game out there, and that its the most difficult. Afterall, straight pool is just like practicing, way to easy to decide who the better player is... ;) Really surprised more people don't have respect for Sigel's skills here. He's...

Agreed, the last 2 aren't gonna matter much when Shane is out every time... And Shane is a more seasoned gambler than Earl. Earl was always a great tourney player, but not as much an action junkie as other players... his temper will get the best of him while Shane keeps his cool, just my opinion...

Great post. I haven't read this whole thread, but it's always great to see a well thought out and written idea. And a great avatar too :)

This is kind of my point. The BCA and WPA expect promoters to give away money (added money) but it is not easy to come up with, hence the lack of premium events for players to play in. Its a Catch-22, and now the WPA doesn't want to acknowledge the US Open until he adds $75K? When the BCA had...

When a promoter or event does do as requested to meet these "governing body" demands, what does said governing body do in return? I realize they keep some sort of rankings, but other than that how do they help promoters? Do they guarantee certain players show up? Do they promote the event among...