Jun 27, 2024

Are new stadiums a good use of taxpayer dollars?

The rendering of a proposed Kansas City Chiefs stadium in Kansas. Courtesy Manica

Today, we do the numbers on the investment and payoff from new stadiums, often funded by taxpayers.

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