Now is the time. NASCAR doesnt want to wade into the race discussion, but their hand has been forced. Instead, they have tried to go the woke route.. This sport was hemorrhaging fans before going woke. Statistics for NASCAR indicate that 63% are male, 20% are minorities and 47% are between the ages of 18 and 44, with the majority of this age bracket being in the older end, the number of which is also dropping yearly. Corporate leaders are trying to appease an angry mob. A thorough FBI investigation proved him mistaken, but NASCAR still stands behind him 100 percent. If you can burn the American flag as freedom of speech then you can wave the Confederate Flag the same. Get them out of here. Who is going to go in there and tell folks to take their flags down? I had planned on watching Martinsville. @NBCSN earned 2.2 million viewers for Sunday's #Foxwoods301 @NHMS, down from 2.8 million for last year's race. May he be the first of many. And one of those conversations happened in NASCAR in 2008, the year I sat down with Mauricia Grant for Sports Illustrated. He most recently consulted with SRX Racing, helping manage cutting-edge technology and graphics that appeared on their CBS broadcasts during 2021 and 2022. Kyle Larson said the N word and Bubba forgave him. I am with you, NA$CAR is dead to me. Their leadership is failing them; making the sport unwatchable. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. My feelings toward Wallace are the same as I feel about other athletes and celebrities. Brandon is truly Americas Driver., We are proud to support Brandon this season, to help him continue his American dream, he said. pic.twitter.com/MqeuLx9HiI. NASCAR has denied Brandon "Let's Go, Brandon" Brown and his team the right to use a sponsor that uses the initials of an anti-President Joe Biden slogan on its Xfinity Series car. Waltrip warns NASCAR about making too many changes. There are things others do that make me uncomfortable and I am sure at some point I have made others uncomfortable. No matter what side of the issue youre on, entertainment isnt supposed to be exhausting. Forty percent of them live in the south. 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Kid Rock, who is clearly not a fan of the show, told Entertainment Weekly: "I think it's the stupidest thing he's ever done in his life. The Politically Incorrect Guide to American History by Dr. Tom Woods The time is now to listen, to understand, and to stand against racism and racial injustice. The flags are flying everywhere. 43 Chevy Camaro driver alleged that a noose was put in his garage before a race. While retired drivers still are visible within the world of NASCAR acting as team managers, commentators, or guests, without the familiar presence of these stars on the track, people can, and have lost some level of interest in NASCAR. For as charming as it is, Martinsville Speedway needs an upgrade. Because some people are offended by it. NASCAR vehicles evolved over the decades to become safer for the drivers and spectators, the result of which is that cars today are uniform, standardized vehicles with their bodies basically just shells on top of a chassis. Nothing that was politically correct about the environment. We ask our drivers, our competitors, and all our fans to join us in this mission.. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. Wouldnt that be politically correct? No one should feel uncomfortable when they come to a NASCAR race. "The study shows that Nascar fans are socially more liberal than popularly perceived," said Perfomance Research co-founder Bill Doyle. I feel for the die hard fans. Its a moment in which his outlook on the sport changed forever. His hate crime allegation hit just as politics swept over not just NASCAR, but the NFL, MLB, and NBA as well. According toThe Early Laps of Stock Car Racing: A History of the Sport and Business Through 1974, NASCAR CEO Bill France Sr. lavishly praised Wallace to cheers in front of a crowd of 70,000. Nascar Losing Fans Over Blm. Ive been attending oval track races since 1952. This ability to adapt however seems insufficient as NASCAR has recorded a staggering 50% viewership drop in the last 5 years along with substantial admission decline that has varied from 12 -30% percent from 2012 to 2018. Been done with football since that jack ass on the 49ers and base ball and basketball will be next, but this one was ok? I just dont see how this is enforceable. It was nothing like any type of office environment I had ever worked at. The sudden lovers of NASCAR who fake embrace it because the wildly racist white hating Don Lemon interviewed a back of the pack Affirmative action driver and got him riled up will never attend a NASCAR race nor will they embrace the sport. When asked about Nascar's decision to include a car driven by Wallace with a Black Lives Matter message, nearly two-thirds of fans over the age of 40 supported the move, while 82% of fans under 40 did so. When political sponsorship took place: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-11-04/trump-campaign-gets-a-race-car-courtesy-of-nascar-owners. They better be real careful with what happens during the anthem. Here is a question, where in the constitution or the Bible does it state anyone should have the expectation of, or right to, being comfortable at all times wherever they go? Just 2.21 million people tuned into the race at Foxwoods last weekend. I was proud of you NASCAR, for opening up the sports scene as an ice breaker. Our country is in pain and people are justifiably angry, demanding to be heard,Phelps said at a race in June 2020. Zero people care about your racist opinions. There is no racism, its dead and gone, but corporations, nascar and the media are dying to keep it alive to villiainize all of us ! over an issue the league seems to not know enough about. Did You Notice?NASCAR, in just the past seven days, has enthusiastically joined the Black Lives Matter movement. Larson used the N word and lost his job (all over the media) The "Let's Go Brandon" phrase has been used as a derisive attack on President Joe Biden which substitutes that phrase for a phrase that has a curse word in it. I thought we covered this years ago? People feel (yes, feel) attacked by what that flag symbolizes. NASCAR President Steve Phelps said Friday "it was the right time" for the sport to address social justice and racism issues last year and the focus "will continue.". Do these flags not offend some people? Its just reality; majority support does not mean universal. However, we must acknowledge that once proven effective, these tools could just as easily be used for evil as they can be for good. Pulled A Monster Out of His Hat at Dover, Waids World: Rene Charland, a Driver Much More Than a Comical Prankster. When not at work, Karlo spends his time at home, with family, either being the cook or fixit guy in his house. The enforcement question is much more likely to be an issue when the series holds races June 20-21 at Talladega, Ala., where up to 5,000 fans are expected to be allowed in. Others have found the program hypocritical, as careers stalled out with no corporate sponsorship that would follow them after graduation. Their investigation found that the noose was actually a rope used as a garage door pull that had been there for months. Jim Crow laws. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Square Enix. The loss of fans has been a major blow to Nascar, but the organization has shown no signs of backing . If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Next:10 NASCAR Drivers With The Most Wins (& How Much They Won). Im DONE with NASCAR. They will go along with banning the flag as it is the politically correct thing to do these days. Whatever happened to affirmative action and having quotas so that activities will have a proportionate representation for all races, colors, creed, etc. But NASCAR forced the driver to reject the sponsorship due to the companys connection to the derogatory and vulgar euphemism., NASCARhas vowed to sue anyonewho makes Lets go Brandon merchandise that may resemble NASCARs symbolism. Southerners, a core fan demographic, see the flag as a symbol of regional pride and heritage. Why didnt Bubba react then as he is doing now? It was such a weird, freaky thing to say where I started thinking, Is that a flirtation or is that a threat?. At the end of that year, Frontstretch surveyed a cross section of fans at Homestead-Miami Speedway about Dale Earnhardt Jr.s pending retirement. It seems every week th. Brandon is not only an incredibly talented driver, but also a thoughtful individual wise beyond his years. So you were around in 1865 and traveled the south extensively to confirm that NO ONE flew the confederate flag during that period? Not saying I agree but that pesky Constitution thing aint what it used to be. The one your fathers and grandfathers fought under. The answer is simple. NASCARs Drive for Diversity initiative specifically targets women and minority candidates, providing them equipment and opportunities they might not otherwise get. They dont mind flying the flag of Mexico on one hand while they proclaim to be intimidated by the American flag. Name one sport or business that has ever GAINED customers, fans, etc by going Woke and cowtowing to the Liberal mob. (Wednesdays) Tom spends his time overseeing Frontstretchs 40+ staff members as its majority owner and Editor-in-Chief. Ive never seen any form of racism at any track Ive attended. One thing that is overlooked and underappreciated about the fan experience at Daytona is the fact that the phone signal is great. Our country must do better . This wont stop until NASCAR learns its fans arent happy with these changes. Seems to me that Bubba will have a ride as long as he wants it. Thanks for chiming in! On a recent weekend trip to the Paperclip, it was a little hard to enjoy certain elements of the fan experience. Yep, the drivers standing behind Bubba and his noose hoax was it for me. A moment of silence and a message from NASCAR President Steve Phelps and drivers. There were people just looking for a chance to kill NASCAR, now they have it and they have someone on the inside to help them who is untouchable. When they allowed a car with BLM painted on the side to run in their races, I shut off the TV. Get you a ride on a Greyhound bus when the national anthem is over, longtime car owner Richard Childress said on pit road in September 2017. I never thought Nascar would go into the crapper, but here we go ! Negative details in a fans experience, no matter how small or large, are a risk to the race track in terms of not being able to retain that fans ticket sale the following year, and with tickets getting more and more expensive, its imperative to race tracks that they can provide fans with the best experience possible in order to retain those sales. Been nice knowing you. Where does it end? That sounds like a very political message. Follow Nick Geddes on Twitter @NickGeddesNews and on Instagram @nick.geddes. So what happens now? Listen the only flag that should fly is the American flag. This is all done to attract a more liberal and diverse audience. Go woke, go broke. Has @BubbaWallace apologized to all of those great NASCAR drivers & officials who came to his aid, stood by his side, & were willing to sacrifice everything for him, only to find out that the whole thing was just another HOAX? Bubba Wallace, in a CNN appearance Monday night (June 8), said the sport needs to ban confederate flags, for decades a symbol of its southern roots. Earnhardt was a legend. Unfortunately for Wallace, however, the victory lap was premature. The author of Did You Notice? What you idiots do not get, no matter how many times you apologize to the MOB GROUP THINK for something you did not do, it is never, ever enough! But such was not the case in this instance. Bars, seating areas to relax and recharge your devices, and memorabilia stands now all sit in multiple spots along the concourse at Daytona, which stretches from the exit of turn four and goes down to the entrance of turn one. Duh? NASCAR has been on the downward hill for some time now and the way to get everybody back I think is by having great, entertaining races and incredible stars to build around, Travis said. But it didnt stop with Phelps. Now bubba wants more fans to stop coming to races. Corporate leaders are trying to appease an angry mob. My local track will be getting all of my money. His Instagram Live conversation with Wallace helped spark a marked change in the way his sport reacted to race. Elliott, by the way, was featured in NASCARs #BlackLivesMatter video released at Atlanta and played on FOX Sports before the race. Last Friday, after President Biden, left-wing activists, and the national media spent weeks peddling lies about Georgia's new voting law disproportionately impacting people of color, Major . . Tracks need to be working with cell phone providers or get WiFi, seats need to be upgraded, dining options need to be added, and other facilities need to be added. In 2020, hard numbers show only limited growth in this arena. That & Flag decision has caused lowest ratings EVER! Trump tweeted. That would be nothing. Not now. Some tracks have been slowly making renovations to enhance the fan experience. It's no secret that NASCAR's ratings have dipped over the past decade. 68 Chevrolet Camaro for all 33 races of the NXS season, it said. You know, that knee thing killed the NFL as half the fans strongly supported it, and half the fans strongly were offended by it. He wins with his family. Are you really Americans? Exactly. . He was in the same boat with Cecil Gordon, Elmo Langley, Bill Siefert, J D McDuffue and a host of others. LOOK IT UP! And George Wallace will save it.. Ive always been curious why folks didnt fly the Confederate flag between 1865-1954? ET on Wednesday, June 10. Details: https://t.co/BMUKiHG775 pic.twitter.com/F7onFrqZZO. Finances are a part of it. So NASCARs position makes sense from this perspective. So many people gave their lives for it. Im taping the race so I can skip over the pre race BS. So just like in the NFL, we have a mediocre (if even that!) This whole narrative is dumb for so many reasons, one of which I will never bow down to. Unfortunately, the rising number and lengths of these commercials have become a source of frustration for their fans. How many NASCAR fans actually celebrate Kwanzaa? Compare that 2.5% rate of black athletes competing at the highest level to over 80% for the NBA. NASCAR dont fall into the trap. Has @BubbaWallace apologized to all of those great NASCAR drivers & officials who came to his aid, stood by his side, & were willing to sacrifice everything for him, only to find out that the whole thing was just another HOAX? will the national anthem be broadcasted showing the possibility of drivers taking a knee. Assuming the link is allowed, more inconvenient truths based on empirical data: https://halturnerradioshow.com/index.php/en/news-page/news-nation/instagram-censors-fbi-crime-stats-graph-as-hate-speech. They fly it as part of their heritage and love of their homeland. I have the first book about him. Sixty-eight years. The South was Right by James & Walt Kennedy A back marker crash maker whod normally get very little tv exposure is going to be the center of fawning attention for a cause celebre that is awash in emotion, not facts. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. In the lawsuit you state that Nappy Headed Mo was a nickname that one person used for you. Copyright 2023 Charlie Kirk All rights reserved | Privacy Policy, Woman With No Medical Qualifications Arrested After Giving Minor Vaccine. as victims. indeed. Removing the Toyota logo and Supra badge, one would be hard-pressed to identify, and in actuality, to associate with the caron what it is supposed to represent. Why did Bubba even want to be part of such an endeavor? His commitment and singular focus on his profession is inspiring and his personal story is one that we can all be proud ofan American story of success and perseverance. BLM is a Marxist organization, no thank you. I used to have thoughts of, Is this official going to pull over you know, we used to have to travel from Atlanta to Tennessee through the Blue Mountains, through these remote places, and I felt like sometimes Am I going to get a detour that Im not aware of thats about to happen? Its a scary feeling because its real remote, and I was thinking, Is it going to happen now? It will start with the kneeling during our National Anthem tonight, and go down hill from there. Phelps said this was done to disaffiliate the stock car league from politics in general. You know what,,,, Tough Shit. She expected the officer to move or be moved by management. I tend to be cynical in nature and no exception here. George Wallace. On top of it all, I couldnt send or receive any texts or access the internet on or around the premises of the track, except for a small window of time that preceded the Xfinity Series event. Then, during the 2016 election, kneeling for the national anthem to protest police mistreatment of African-Americans first became a major story. If you fly them on track property then they decide what is free speech and can tell you to take them down. We are told to respect others and their feelings while disrespecting those we dont agree with. Right before his hate hoax,Wallace pushed the leagueto ban the Confederate flag from its premises. NASCAR has made the final decision that the LGBcoin sponsorship for Brandon Brown is not an approved sponsorship to be on the car, Fox Sports reporter Bob Pockrass said. I for one, would be the first to tune in if NASCAR returns its focus to a love of racing. Yall dont know the meaning behind the flag,You can start banning flags,for one thang yall charge too much to even go to a race and another thing you dont like our flag well we dont like your drivers find some real backwoods drivers that will race not pussy foot around and yall pussys dont let our flag intermediate yall grow some balls nascar, Tom, to say you cant understand what it would be like to be discriminated because of your color of your skin is nieve, you can still understand something without maybe have experiencing yourself but the only true form of government sanctioned legalized discrimination by definition in this country is affirmative action and Im assuming youve probably been a victim of that. Who knows I dont know Im one person in a sea of 7.8 billion you guys may all HATE what i have to say. . The NFL should be primed to welcome back fans after COVID and social justice activism drove so many away. Charlie is also the host of The Charlie Kirk Show podcast, which regularly ranks among the top-10 news shows on Apple podcast news charts, and is the host of the nationally syndicated daily radio show on the Salem Radio Network live from 12 - 3 PM ET. February 1, 2022, 4:38 pmupdated February 2, 2022, 12:22 pm Two-and-a-half years later, Dillon is widely credited with sparking NASCARs reaction to the George Floyd protest movement gripping America. In fact, track owners should want fans to have the ability to be on their phones and posting about their race experience during the weekend. Some will argue, But it is good if we are doing this to end racism, and thats hard to argue against. The black community and all people of color have suffered in our country and it has taken far too long for us to hear their demands for change. Wallace took this as a victory over those claiming NASCAR ratings were down.

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