By The Associated Press
WASHINGTON — Consumer advocate Ralph Nader is calling for the elimination of college athletic scholarships, saying the move is necessary to "de-professionalize" college athletes.
Nader's League of Fans, a group aimed at reforming sports, proposes that the scholarships be replaced with need-based financial aid. He says that would help restore academic integrity to college sports.
The Associated Press obtained a copy of the proposal Thursday, ahead of its official release....
http://www.denverpost.com/sports/ci_17692201Uh, uh. This is one of the only ways poor kids can go to college. There are other ways. Like cut out the over inflated budgets.