If they don't reinstate every four years, they drop a level. They have to earn their classification.

John has brought a new level of professionalism to the Texas Rangers over the last four years. During his tenure the organization has improved on the field at the major league level while enhancing the minor league system.

where I come from would earn a trip to the woodshed.

We can't even file a brief unless they reinstate the appeal,

In those days, there was lots more of a spoils system prior to the passage of statewide classification and pay, collective bargaining and executive reorganization.

You are ugly so far... but wait... Deeper level will come soon... wait!