Policies are easy, it's clarity and implementation that can be elusive. (e.g.The Government)if there were a clear official policy
The rules are intended to be a clear policy, but sometimes the rule-writers fail to foresee all possible interpretations. Since they have a clear idea in their minds of what the want to say, they tend to interpret what they write as what they mean, even though it may not be clear to others (see what I mean?).
It's sometimes a matter of timing. Since the national tournament is after other tournaments, Regional/State event supervisor's responses sometimes conflict with a later national answer. After an opinion has been published, it's difficult to reverse the decision. Some teams won't get the word about the change, making them very unhappy campers when they find out during their tournament.
The National Tournament! Some Regional/State/Invitational event supervisors aren't even aware of National FAQs/Clarifications. Others are unable to comply with them for a one reason or another. It's impossible to ensure they will honor national decisions.What's the point of a national clarification if it just applies to nationals
I don't think so either, but at one time they were required. There may be event supervisors that interpret the current rules to require them also (see my previous post).I really don't think there's a need to list points
It's even harder for the national organization. They have no idea who they are or how to contact them. Everything is done through state directors.It's not all that easy to get in touch with your local event supervisor.
See the last paragraph of my previous post.Perhaps that issue could be addressed in future.
Overall, conditions have improved significantly in this respect through the years, mostly due to the magic of the internet.