They didn't start making stupid money until Winston came in a promoted the poop out of it. Winston went to the tracks and asked if they could pay to paint and spruce up the joint for signage in return.

Granted, Winston had a high profit margin and money to burn, but that is when it all changed. Then they got the live T.V. to go along with it and it just grew and grew until it reached the tipping point when Jeff got there and provided the counterpoint to Earnhardt.

They had a vision and something to prove and they have followed that to until just the last few years when it seems they have lost that down home friendly feeling their fans had towards them. They have allowed themselves to "APPEAR" as if they are a greedy corporate entity and it's hurting them.

What USAC and the others must do is show the racer that they are indeed trying to find ways to put money in the racers pocket and help grow the sport "WITH" the racer. It's going to be hard and honestly nearly impossible to pay what I believe is a good purse to be fair to the teams. The N.C. show and most of the midget shows should pay $1,000to start and $10,000 to win. It can be done, but it will require a whole new mindset for all involved.