The purses haven't matched the economy in 30 years so that argument holds no merit.
The second point is, Travel cost skyrocketed almost double in one year. I know a ton of long time teams that just hung it up and sold off.
Theres been a lot of entry level buying as well. From what I've seen the Quarter/TQ/Mini ranks are healthy, Some of these guys want to move up as their age and talents allow.
I was sitting in front of a dad and his two kids at the Florence mscs race, both race minis at 35 raceway. The Boy was "I WANT TO DRIVE ONE" so bad. Well on dads dime thats cool with him. If he really wants it, He'll find a way. For now, He's only 12
Joblessness and Mortgages, Yeah, there is some effect, Stock market too. Im sure some owners lost half what they had without the racing deal just like most of us did.
Racing will go on until Cap and Trade and quite honestly. I don't see it surviving that. That will tripple fuel cost and every other bill and purchase you make
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Jim, I do not want to go political here. But look closely. Its not just the Dems. Check your Repub voting records as well.
Run yourself or put your sensable bill paying neighbor in. IM SICK OF POLITITIONS PERIOD! If their health care bill is so great, Why woudln't they pass the amendment to join it themselves????