TO THE EDITOR:

Perhaps Steve Harrelson should include banning sky diving, bungee jumping and any number of activities that challenge the immortality of youth.

This emotional issue was prompted by the tragic death of Brandon Twitchell following his participation in the Toughman contest. Obviously some regulation is needed, but banning the activity is not the answer. Who among us has not, at some time in our lives, participated in dangerous stunts prompted by peer pressure or to impress someone?

The point is, you cannot legislate against every activity that yo...

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