After reading the things said about Isabeau on this thread, and reading this article, I wonder if it has crossed the minds of folks that she's 16, she's allowed to have some room to grow and make mistakes, and the last thing we want is another wonderful skater crashing and burning because of pressure. TBH, if USFSA is backing off on her, it's entirely possible that it's by request. A good parent would kick ass for their kid if they need a little room.
Also, I can't blame Ziegler - the wonderkind mantle is heavy and lined with spikes and if she needs a little time and space to adjust to that, plus the trip halfway around the world for 4C's, well maybe USFSA is finally showing some compassion. Stupid of them to schedule this late in January, anyway.
I'd love to never see another face at the beginning of a skate like Michele Kwan (rarely) had, or Jeremy, or Gracie - no pukefaces or stressed stony robot faces. I want these young people to look excited and ready to show us their best. Frankly, if USFSA can't ensure that is possible for the skaters, then they need an overhaul.