WHAT THEY'VE GOT TO SAY ABOUT JAY The following are quotes from members of the industry and media about Charles Jay's investigative work in "Operation Cleanup: A Blueprint for Boxing Reform "No other journalist digs through the muck to expose the dregs of boxing like Charles Jay. He has an advantage over every traditional boxing writer in that he is born of the business. He knows what goes on in the backrooms, and he's not afraid to reveal it for the sake of trying to resurrect the sport he loves. He doesn't care whom his well-researched stories upset -- as long as justice can be served in some small way. But the more Charles Jay writes and reveals, the more his impact seems to grow." -- Tim Graham, Buffalo News "This is the most important work of boxing journalism I have ever read." --- Todd Chapman, ringside physician, Nevada State Athletic Commission " I may not always agree with everything you write, but I can't help but respect your dedication to the sport of boxing, and your no holds barred determination to expose that which you believe needs to be rectified." -- Guy Jutras, World Boxing Association "If you had any illusions about boxing being a game, 'Operation Cleanup' dispels them. The 'Sweet Science' is anything but sweet, and as dirty as any big business. Jay cuts to the core of the corruption in the sport, with each entry more explosive than the next. 'Operation Cleanup' says what others are afraid to." -- Thomas Gerbasi, Associate Editor - MaxBoxing.com "Thank God for somebody who looks at boxing without giving us the usual shoulder-shrugged, palms-up 'That's boxing', and tries to make it better." --- Hall of Fame ring announcer Michael Buffer "Enjoyed reading the 'Operation', it was both interesting and informative. While many will disagree with some of the statements, all must agree that it is worth reading. Charles Jay is certainly dedicated to informing the boxing community." -- Joe DeGuardia, President, Star Promotions "Operation Cleanup is a must-read." -- Steve Kim, columnist, MaxBoxing.com "Without a doubt, Charles Jay is the Matt Drudge of boxing, and I mean that in a complimentary way." --- Lou DiBella, President, DiBella Entertainment/ former Vice-President, HBO "This is riveting stuff." --- Larry Goldberg, Editor, BoxingInsider.com "You're hitting the long balls. Good job!" --- Joe Dwyer, Chairman-Championship Committee, Intl. Boxing Federation "I hope you are up for an award at the Boxing Writers of America awards...you deserve SOMETHING" --- Patrick Kehoe, Contributing Editor, SecondsOut.com "Charles Jay knows boxing from the ground up (having worked in almost every capacity in the sport!) he writes with the intimate knowledge only someone who has been there and seen it all can do...also, he has the courage to name names, the intellect to see past the "smoke screen" that many in the industry are experts at, and sees the "big picture" One of the most knowledgeable boxing men I have ever met." -- Tommy Torino, Boxing Director, Gerrits Leprechaun Boxing "It is some of the best reading I have had in a long time." --- Henrik Risum, Risum Boxing, Denmark "You are a great researcher, have the courage to take on the cartel, and you write well." --- John Black, FightersOnline.com "Good job, you are right on the money, keep up the good work." --- Leslie Bonano, promoter, NABA heavyweight champion Clifford Etienne "Thought provoking and refreshing reads - this is sensational stuff. It's great someone is both challenging the accepted mode of thinking but actually offering alternative solutions and methodologies." --- David Payne, Boxing-Central.com "Keep up the great work. Maybe these articles will open some eyes." --- David Hudson, Fightnews.com "The caliber of investigative reporting we seldom see anymore." --- Don Cogswell, Electronic Boxing Monthly "You are a huge help in a sport rife with corruption." --- Tom Moran, manager, former heavyweight champion Tim Witherspoon "Great writing!" --- Paul Upham, Contributing Editor, SecondsOut.com