Should NCAA players be allowed to unionize?

Should NCAA players be allowed to unionize?
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answer:Yes, they should. And the NCAA should be broken up from its monopolistic restraint of trade practices. Collegiate sports are big business, time to recognize the athletes are employees and work rules should apply.
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