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Bobby Williamson said:

If NASCAR fines drivers for "Tweeting" negatively.......just seems a disconnect to brush a 128 in a 45 mph zone under the rug.

I don't think NASCAR should fine a driver for "Tweeting" negatively...............but NASCAR has done many things that I either didn't agree with or thought was a bad idea.

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I would never say Kyle Busch should not be punished for breaking the law. He should suffer the same consequences as any other citizen who committed the same offense. I'm only saying that NASCAR has no jurisdiction on North Carolina public roads and shouldn't mete out additional punishment to whatever the NC court system determines. The fact that he is a race car driver should have nothing to do with whatever punishment the state of NC hands down.

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So, are you saying NASCAR should just fire Kyle Busch............tell him to find employment with some other racing organization?All that would do is create more empty seats. Like him or not, he is still one of the most talented and competitive drivers on the NASCAR tracks, and there are many fans who like his style of driving and desire to win races. BTW, does anyone remember when Tony Stewart got stopped for doing 100 mph in a Ferrari and the officer asked for his autograph?

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It has always (with a couple of exceptions) been the "bad boys" of racing who sell the tickets. Love them or hate them (there's both sides of the fence), fans will buy tickets to either see them win or see them get beat. Furthermore, I suspect there are very few race fans who have not exceeded the speed limit on public roads. If you've never intentionally done that, you probably shouldn't be a race fan.

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An expensive toy, at that...............Lexus LXA. V-10 w/550 plus HP, 0-60 in 3.6 sec., 0-100 in 7.6 sec., top end of 200 plus, and approx. $375,000.

TWO WORTHY OF SPECIAL RECOGNITION

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I agree with you, Tim, and enjoyed the old videos of the inductees, their friends comments, their comments............and the only thing I found that was distracting to my way of thinking was whenever they put the camera on Brian France. I just can't help thinking that he hasn't been a particularly valuable asset to NASCAR. Having said those things, I do have to mention one more observation which was both entertaining & funny in parts. In as many years as I watched David Pearson race, listen to afterrace interviews, and taped comments from him, I don't believe I have ever heard him say as many words as hesaid last night............and that includes all the other times combined. Junior Johnson always seemed to be a "man of few words", but David was always a man of almost no words.........until last night. Obviously, they were all "old school", and it was most refreshing to hear the "old school" way of talking about NASCAR racing............brought back many, many great memories.

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Jim Reep Jr said:

There is only 1 member of Darrell Lee's Fan Club, & that's Darrell Lee. LMAO !!!!!!!!!!!!! I always knew he was omnipotent, cause I asked him once. LMAO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

No, there's Stevie, too.

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You're funny, Tim............and I like that. You do bring up an interesting point. It seems to me that in car racing, moreso than any other sport, the commentators can read the drivers minds (is that scary or what?). I agree with you, also, about Ole D.W. He seems to be better at it than anyone else I know of. However, he is obviously doing a really good job of teaching his newfound craft to Larry Mac............as he is coming along nicely developing the same types of skills. I have come to the conclusion that there is something magical about that brodcast booth they are in that enables them to acquire and use these supernatural powers. So if NASCAR is looking for ways to replace their lost revenues from ticket sales and soon-to-be lost revenues from their TV contracts, then I might suggest they look at getting a patent on that magical broadcast booth - as they certainly could make millions on such a rare find...............and Sir Brian France could continue to enjoy the lifestyle which his father & grandfather so generously dumped in his lap.

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These situations create interest and excitement............and as PK said, NASCAR is quietly clapping their hands becausethe feud (or whatever you want to call it) will probably cause the ratings to go up..............especially for the next race as everyone wants to see what the next chapter will bring. As you say, Kevin would likely fare pretty well in a street fight............at least, that's the impression he wants to give everyone. I have no problem with racers settling their differences - that sort of thing has been going on since the the beginning of car racing, although not as much recently as it used to be. However, I must say that it is my impression that Harvick seems to believe he can further his cause and gain advantages through intimidation. It might not be Kyle Busch, certainly not Joey Logano, maybe not Denny Hamlin or Carl Edwards.........but at some point, Harvick will run up against someone who will get his attention in a way he won't like. I'm not necessarily defending Kyle Busch here because he has had his share of run-ins with other drivers, too. NASCAR probably will not penalize either of them this time.........since they did nothing last week regarding Montoya/Newman, but just thought I would add my 2 cents worth.

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I'm happy for Regan Smith - just as I was for Trevor Bayne. I think Regan is a good kid, too, and an asset to NASCAR racing. When he was Rookie of the Year a couple of years ago and then didn't even have a ride for the follwing season, I felt sad for him.Then I was happy for him when he got the Furniture Row ride. He has shown in the past that he is a talented driver, so I'm happy to see him get that first win. As for the situation between Kyle Busch and Harvick - we have here a feud between two talented drivers (I believe Kyle wins the talent contest), but I believe Harvick is the one who will be penalized for his actions.