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I am pointing out that it was RACERS that built the NHRA in to what it is today. Racers before me, but I've spent a ton since I've been racing.
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That's still a stretch. I suppose, then, it was racers that built the AHRA, the UDRA and many other now-defunct racing organizaition into what they are today. Maybe then the racers whould have to pay for those failures???
I started street racing in 1966 and then participated in NHRA drag racing starting in 1967. I was always glad NHRA was there. NHRA made drag racing honorable. Racers have worked a lot to tear down the honor NHRA has attempted to establish through cheating, belly-aching, whining, and attacking NHRA management for every mis-step they have made. There have been movements to subdivert the NHRA for as long as I can remember. No, I don't think "we" deserve the credit. There have been, and are, individuals who have contributed to the advancement of NHRA drag racing. We could all name some. I suppose the question to each one of us is, are we one of them?? Paying your entry fees and membership fees don't necessarily put you in that category. My 40 years experience being involved in this sport would not be the rich memories I have without the opportunities NHRA has afforded.