Proposal to Reinstate the Boise State University Wrestling Program Purpose The purpose of this proposal is to encourage Boise State University to evaluate and pursue the reinstatement of its NCAA wrestling program. Over the past decade, wrestling has experienced significant national growth in participation, viewership, and institutional support. Reinstating wrestling would align Boise State Athletics with one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States while providing new opportunities for student-athletes across the region. Background Boise State University previously sponsored a Division I wrestling program that produced competitive teams and helped build a strong wrestling culture throughout Idaho and the surrounding region. When the program was discontinued in 2017, it left a significant gap in Division I wrestling opportunities in the Pacific Northwest. Idaho has long been known for producing high-level wrestlers, yet many athletes from Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming must now leave the region to compete at the Division I level. Reinstating the Boise State wrestling program would help restore regional access to high-level collegiate competition and reestablish a proud athletic tradition at the university. National Growth of Wrestling The sport of wrestling has seen exceptional growth over the past decade at the youth, high school, and collegiate levels. Key statistics include: - 374,278 high school wrestlers participated nationwide during the 2024–2025 school year according to the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS). - Girls’ wrestling is the fastest-growing high school sport in America, with more than 74,000 female wrestlers now competing nationwide. - Over 36 states now host official girls’ state wrestling championships, a dramatic increase from just a handful a decade ago. - USA Wrestling membership surpassed 345,000 athletes, the highest total in the organization’s history. - Youth wrestling clubs and regional tournaments continue to expand rapidly across the country. Despite these increases in participation, the number of NCAA Division I wrestling programs has remained relatively stagnant. This creates a shortage of collegiate opportunities for talented athletes seeking to compete at the highest level. Boise State has the opportunity to help address this demand while strengthening its athletic profile. Regional Opportunity The Pacific Northwest is a strong wrestling region with a deep pool of talent. However, Division I wrestling opportunities remain limited. Reinstating Boise State wrestling would: - Provide Division I opportunities for athletes from Idaho and surrounding states - Strengthen recruiting pipelines within the region - Increase engagement with youth wrestling clubs and high school programs - Enhance Boise State’s visibility within one of the nation’s most passionate wrestling communities Idaho high school wrestling continues to produce state champions, nationally ranked athletes, and Fargo All-Americans each year. Many of these athletes currently leave the state to pursue their collegiate careers. A Boise State program would allow these athletes to represent their home state at the highest level. Community and Alumni Support Wrestling communities are known for strong grassroots support and loyal alumni engagement. Across the country, reinstated programs have successfully leveraged: - Booster clubs - Private donations - Alumni fundraising campaigns - Corporate sponsorships - Community wrestling events and camps The Boise and Treasure Valley wrestling communities have historically demonstrated strong support for the sport and would likely play a significant role in helping rebuild the program. Benefits to Boise State University Reinstating wrestling would provide multiple benefits to Boise State Athletics: - Expanded athletic opportunities for student-athletes - Increased engagement with youth and high school communities - Strengthened alumni connections - National exposure through NCAA wrestling events and media coverage - Potential growth in women’s wrestling opportunities in the future Wrestling embodies values that align closely with Boise State’s culture—discipline, resilience, work ethic, and academic commitment. Next Steps We respectfully encourage Boise State Athletics to: 1. Conduct a feasibility study on reinstating the wrestling program 2. Engage alumni and community stakeholders in fundraising discussions 3. Explore partnerships with wrestling organizations and donors 4. Evaluate facilities and operational requirements 5. Develop a phased plan to bring Boise State wrestling back to NCAA competition Conclusion Wrestling in the United States is experiencing unprecedented growth. Participation numbers are rising, youth engagement is stronger than ever, and the demand for collegiate opportunities continues to increase. Reinstating the Boise State wrestling program would not only restore a proud tradition but also position the university as a leader in supporting one of the nation’s fastest-growing sports. With the right vision, community support, and institutional leadership, Boise State wrestling can once again become a source of pride for the university and the state of Idaho. We respectfully ask Boise State Athletics to consider this proposal and begin the process of evaluating the return of Bronco Wrestling.

We, the undersigned, demand the preservation of the rights of the people of the District of Columbia to self-government, autonomy, and full representation in Congress. The recent actions taken by Congress to strip D.C. of its home rule and self-governance not only undermine the fundamental principles of democracy and equality but also violate the rights of the people who call the District home. These measures perpetuate the disenfranchisement of the nearly 700,000 residents of D.C., who pay federal taxes, serve in the U.S. military, and contribute to the nation's economy, yet are systematically denied voting representation in Congress and the full right to self-governance. We stand in opposition to the following harmful bills, which would diminish D.C.'s autonomy, disenfranchise its people, and obstruct the ability of local leaders to serve the community’s needs. 1. The District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act This bill severely limits the power of the D.C. Council by establishing an unnecessary and undemocratic congressional review process for local laws. By imposing a 60-day congressional review period for all D.C. legislation, removing the Council’s ability to extend emergency laws, and giving Congress a line-item veto of local legislation, this bill reduces D.C.’s ability to self-regulate and impedes its responsiveness to the needs of the residents. D.C. deserves the ability to govern itself without constant federal interference. 2. The District of Columbia Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safer (DC CRIMES) Act (H.R. 4922) This bill seeks to impose regressive and punitive policies that override local decision-making in the criminal justice system. By treating youth offenders as adults regardless of the offense and restricting local authority to shape criminal justice reforms, this bill undermines the ability of D.C. to pursue progressive reforms that align with the District’s values and priorities. Youth deserve to be treated with fairness, not subjected to policies that criminalize them unjustly. 3. The District of Columbia Bail Reform Act This bill would alter D.C.'s pre-trial release system, making it more punitive and less just by requiring mandatory detention for defendants charged with certain offenses and expanding the use of cash bail. These measures would disproportionately harm vulnerable communities, particularly Black and brown residents, and undermine D.C.'s efforts to establish a fairer, more equitable justice system. Pre-trial detention should not be punitive but should aim to balance safety with fairness. 4. The District of Columbia Juvenile Sentencing Reform Act This bill would lower the age of eligibility for juveniles to be tried as adults, exposing more young people to adult sentencing and incarceration. The repercussions of this policy would be devastating, particularly in a District already grappling with high levels of incarceration. We must prioritize rehabilitation over punishment for young offenders, offering them a chance at redemption, not subjecting them to adult criminal penalties. 5. Other Bills Attacking D.C. Home Rule These include bills that would repeal important justice reforms, impose restrictions on local police oversight, alter how the District’s Attorney General and judges are appointed, and introduce further limitations on the local government's ability to govern effectively. These bills are designed to dismantle critical components of D.C.'s local governance and prevent the District from enacting laws that align with the needs and will of its people. The people of D.C. deserve to have their voices heard without federal intrusion. These bills represent a direct assault on D.C.’s home rule, a right that D.C. residents have fought tirelessly to preserve. It is a grave injustice for the people of D.C. to be denied the full rights of citizenship, including self-governance and fair representation.  Demands: 1. The immediate withdrawal of any and all bills that seek to undermine D.C.'s autonomy, home rule, and self-representation. 2. Full recognition of D.C.'s right to govern itself without undue interference from Congress or the federal government. 3. Equal representation for the people of the District of Columbia in the U.S. Congress, including the right to vote on national legislation and to have voting members represent their interests. The District of Columbia is not a colony. It is a city that has long played an essential role in our nation’s history and continues to contribute to the national conversation. We stand united in defending the rights of the people of D.C. to determine their own future and to be fully represented in Congress. It is time for Congress to acknowledge the fundamental rights of D.C. residents. We call on you to act in the name of justice and equality. Protect the rights of the people of Washington, D.C. and stand with us in defense of democracy. REFERENCES H.R.4922 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): DC CRIMES Act. (2025, September 16). https://www.congress.gov/index.php/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4922     U.S. Congress. (2025). District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act    U.S. Congress. (2025). District of Columbia Bail Reform Act    U.S. Congress (2025). District of Columbia Judicial Nominations Reform Act H.R.5143 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): District of Columbia Policing Protection Act. (2025, September 15). https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5143

WE'VE LOST OUR DEMOCRACY ( YOU...ME ... are the generation that dropped the ball and let it happen ) Please help me complete this list of rights & freedoms we have lost in the name of national security and through the enactment of the USA PATRIOT Act and subsequent executive directives and regulations, essential rights and freedoms that were once guaranteed to all individuals and which have been substantially degraded or eliminated. Do we not realize the significance of what we have lost? The resulting expansion of government powers, and the erosion of 1st, 4th, 5th, 6th, 8th and 14thAmendment rights and freedoms have transformed the United States. #1 THE RIGHT OF HABEUS CORPUS (big one) #2 THE RIGHT TO BE SECURE IN OUR PROPERTY / OUR BODIES (enter Homeland Security... and TSA) #3 RIGHT OF PEACEFUL ASSEMBLY & PROTEST (many were railing against the occupy movement and the post meltdown demonstrations ... cheering on the NYPD as kids were kettled & maced, had their heads bashed in and were rounded up for mass lock-downs) #4 1st AMENDMENT FREEDOM OF SPEECH • The Patriot Act broadly expands the official definition of terrorism, so that many domestic groups that engage in nonviolent civil disobedience could very well find themselves labeled as terrorists. • The Government may now prosecute librarians or keepers of any other records if they reveal that the government requested information on their clients or members in the course of an investigation. It has become a crime for these individuals to try to safeguard your privacy or to tell you that you are under investigation. #5 1st AMENDMENT FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION • Government agents may now monitor the First Amendment- protected activities of religious and political institutions, and then infiltrate these groups with no suspicion of criminal activity. This is a return to domestic spying on law-abiding religious and political groups. • You may now be the subject of a government investigation simply because of the political, activist, or advocacy groups you are involved in, or the statements you make within these groups. #6 1st AMENDMENT RIGHT TO ACCESS GOVERNMENT INFORMATION • A U.S. Department of Justice directive actively encourages federal, state, and local officials to resist and/or limit access to government records through Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. • The Government has conducted immigration hearings in secret behind closed doors. Such proceedings were once open to the public. Hundreds, if not thousands, of immigrants have already been deported in secret. Join the NEW YORK BILL OF RIGHTS DEFENSE CAMPAIGN www.nybordc.org • www.nyclu.org. #7 4th AMENDMENT FREEDOM FROM UNREASONABLE SEARCHES &SEIZURES • Law Enforcement authorities may now conduct secret searches and wiretaps in your home or office without showing “probable cause.” They need only to claim that intelligence gathering is “a significant purpose” of their intrusion, even when the primary goal is ordinary law enforcement. They may also monitor where and to whom you send and receive e-mail, or where you go on the Internet, recording every e-mail address and website you have been in contact with. • Law Enforcement may now demand any personal records held by any source including your doctor, employer, accountant, or library. All they have to do is claim that it is related to an investigation into “terrorism.” The record keepers may not reveal that your records were provided to the government. • Judicial oversight of secret searches has been effectively minimized. The Patriot Act directs judges to consent to secret searches based only on the Government’s assertion that a “significant” purpose of an investigation is gathering information related to “terrorism,” as the government defines it. #8 5th AMENDMENT RIGHT TO DUE PROCESS & FREEDOM FROM BEING HELD WITHOUT CHARGE • Americans can now be jailed without a formal charge & without the right to confront the witnesses or evidence against them. American citizens are now being held in military jails without charge and with- out a clear path of appeal for their indefinite confinement. • Hundreds of Arab, Muslim and South Asian men were rounded up in the Ashcroft raids following September 11, and held for weeks without charges until all were cleared of terrorism charges #9 6th AMENDMENT RIGHT TO LEGAL REPRESENTATION • Hundreds of U.S. residents have been detained for months at a time, and denied access to the advice and advocacy of an attorney. The Government may now monitor conversations between attorneys & clients in federal jails. • The Bush Administration filed papers in court that arguing that an American citizen held in a military jail without charge should be denied access to legal counsel because such access would interfere with the process of his interrogation. #10 6th AMENDMENT RIGHT TO A SPEEDY AND PUBLIC TRIAL • The U.S. Government may now jail i...

Halfway through 2017, the result of the 2016 U.S. presidential election continues to highlight opportunities for Americans to focus and invigorate our commitment to implementing our American ideals. At the same time, public policy stalemates abound at every level. In the spirit of a re-activated civic interest, this is a recommendation to engage Evanston and Northwestern University together by using a participatory budgeting process to allocate the next installment of the Good Neighbor Fund — $1,000,000 for 2017-18. FIRST STEP: A sit-down neighborly meeting to explore this proposal.

Keep our children safe. Stop taking the children over an allegation and not getting proof or evidence.

ImDeity, please put this server onto more voting sites other than Minestatus and mcserverstatus; fix the /mall by evicting inactive shop owners, increasing the frequency of shop auctions to once a month, and implement a tiered shop size system to let vendors have /mall stalls; and finish the third tier of the class system for Craftsmen, Nobility, and Merchant classes.

We, the undersigned citizens, public workers, and stakeholders of Yonkers, hereby call on Mayor Michael Spano to resign from office, effective immediately.

An Open Letter To Texas Officials

If the proposed bus bridge pitched by Amtrak takes effect it. That would lead to eventual termination of the Southwest Chief. It can lead to other routes to the point of the entire National network gone.

Millions of Americans are held against their will everyday, and compelled to take dangerous psychiatric drugs against for committing no crime. And over 4 million children are drugged up and caused untold damage for behaving in regular developmental childhood manners in school and at home. The abuse is rampant. The law (M.G.L.c 123 S12) is unconstitutional and / or defective and infirmed, and must be repealed or amended immediately.