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Taxpayers Fund Smaller, Pricier Sports Stadiums Across US

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American taxpayers have funded a significant portion of new sports stadiums, often totaling billions of dollars in public subsidies. Despite this public investment, many new venues are designed with fewer seats than their predecessors, catering to a smaller, wealthier clientele with higher ticket prices and premium experiences. This trend, observed across the NFL, NBA, and MLB, prioritizes luxury suites and exclusive seating over general admission, maximizing revenue from a select group of fans. AI

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Taxpayers Fund Smaller, Pricier Sports Stadiums Across US

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Catherina Gioino ·

    American taxpayers have spent $33 billion on sports stadiums. They got fewer seats—and higher prices

    "No one has ever built a new stadium and made tickets cheaper. No one’s trying to.”

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