On the recordNovember 19, 2014
We reject the argument that the only realistic solution to the problems of intercollegiate athletics is to drop the student athlete concept.
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congress.govLamar Alexander: “We reject the argument that the only realistic solution to the problems of intercollegiate athletics is to drop the…”
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Opposing the idea of treating student athletes as employees.
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