A proposal to ban tackle football for players under the age of 12 has been removed from the California legislature this week. According to a report from POLITICO, California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed the proposal that became a culture-war talking point - in an election year...

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“I am deeply concerned about the health and safety of our young athletes, but an outright ban is not the answer,” he said. “My administration will work with the Legislature and the bill’s author to strengthen safety in youth football — while ensuring parents have the freedom to decide which sports are most appropriate for their children.”

(The Spun)

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jbird7•28 months

Don’t worry though, your sons can still cut their dicks off if they want.

tenderfoot tigah•28 months

They just need to outright ban freedom in California.

1cajuncook•28 months

Haven’t they already done that?

kjanchild•28 months

Pussification of America continues!

TheRouxGuru•28 months

Do you not know what ‘veto’ means?

cajunmud•28 months

Commie trying to act all libertarian.

SG_Geaux•28 months

Didn't think that guy was capable of a logical decision

FATBOY TIGER•28 months

He wants the age raised to 14

Rex Feral•28 months

Just laying the foundation for all football players to transition into soccer players.

SLAP99•28 months

CTE is a thing. We're learning more about it. Reducing repetitive microtrauma to kids before puberty will probably improve players' health long term. You could argue that would preserve the sport in the long run, if you have better long term health outcomes. There's plenty to rant about culture wise but this is hardly the hill to die on.

Jwils•28 months

You have to think modern equipment is much safer for kids now than when we were cracking skulls.

LSUfourLife•28 months

Totally agree. But a ban isn’t the answer. Education.

LSUfourLife•28 months

Totally agree. But a ban isn’t the answer. Education.

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