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Hope this sound interesting. Well, it is to me.  Check it out!

“The National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) officially unveiled a series of equine health and safety reforms Oct. 15 that will be overseen by an independent monitor. During the news conference in New York City, less than two weeks before the Breeders’ Cup World Championships in California, the organization announced former four-term Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson will serve as independent counsel for the newly-formed Safety and Integrity Alliance.

The NTRA previously discussed the Safety and Integrity Alliance at the National Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association summer convention in June, and the International Simulcast Conference in early October. On both occasions NTRA president and chief executive officer Alex Waldrop said it is imperative industry stakeholders buy into the plan”. Read more about the reforms.

I personally believe that no matter the cost of enforcing the new reform, it is worth it after all. I would prefer a better more real game. The reform,  I believe also, will increase the fun of the game.