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Originally Posted by racefan20
It isnt like Jeff and Ryan sit back and do nothing with the money they make. Jeff has given and raised literally millions for Riley Childrens hospital here in Indy. Ryan has a foundation for animals and gives college scholarships every year along with donating to the Rich Vogler scholarship fund. Those things IMHO are much more valuable than owning a race team. I think its a bit egotistical of you to think you should have a say in where their money goes anyway.What do you with your money???? Is it any of my business???? No not any more than its your business what they do with theirs!!!!!!!!!!
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Did I ever say in that post that they MUST or I think they should have to pay back openwheel? NO. I personally think a person should remember their roots. Openwheel racing (USAC mostly) gave them the oppurtunity to race and showcase their talents. The drivers they drove agains provided quality competition to compete against. Without that they wouldn't be where they are now. Or is this a case of people praising the 500 pound gorilla that has effectively help kill of USAC?
Gordon and Newman have shown no thanks to USAC for helping them with their careers now have they shown any interest in helping out other drivers coming up from USAC. What is Kenyon hadn't helped Gordon at IRP or half a dozen other tracks Mel helped him at?
The egotistical comment wasn't directed at Gordon or Newman but squarely at the poster who think a persons past means nothing to their future.