Well, I have always been under the impression that the LPGA was an
American organization that governed women's golf in the US, or maybe North America as a whole - is this true? If not, does anyone know what the jurisdiction of the LPGA is and how it interacts with other women's golf organizations around the planet?

My thinking is that the LPGA is at least US based and that the LPGA sponsored tournaments are supported by US corporations who are putting up big bucks for purses, advertising and other expenses that keep these players engaged in their leisurely lifestyle.

For those folks who don't care for the LPGA stance - have you ever noticed how the NBA has cracked down on the "thug" element in it's league - is that any different? The NFL has also begun to crack down on the "thug" players in it's league - is that any different? I don't think so - it's all about money and image, or is that image and money? Oh, well, I just had a couple of cents laying around and thought I'd toss 'em in. Cheers.