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Originally posted by DNTXUM P
It is not Don's fault that it didn't pass. If you are into blame, a better target would be Jim Easton, who abstained
No kidding. He didn't want to there to be an appearance of conflict of interest so he abstained. Softball teams everywhere should boycot Easton products for this ______ decision.
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Actually, Jim Easton did not abstain. He recused himself in advance. However, did he vote on anything related to any other sports for which Easton produces equipment?
There was no conflict of interest here as any vote does not insure any generated income for his company as the competition in this field is fierce.
But the question still at the top of my list is if Mr. Easton truly believes there would be a COI, why did he accept a position where decisions on many sports must be made on a continual basis?
Also, if he knew this was going to happen, was the USOC informed and, if so, is there a provision for a proxy in the IOC code?
From what I understand, the ISF and other softball factors were comfortable with their position and did not lobby up to the last second, but left to return home.