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The U.S.-born Olympic skier faced criticism for competing for China, even though many athletes have done the same in the opposite direction for our country and been praised for it. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
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Sam Pizzigati / Inequality.orgFeb 6, 2025
A hundred years ago, a bookie bought the New York Giants for $500. Now the Super Bowl stands as our nation’s most visible symbol of plutocratic excess. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Amos Barshad / The LeverSep 18, 2024
How has a private equity firm cashed in on millions in taxpayer subsidies while taking over Minor League Baseball? Dig deeper ( 15 Min. Read )
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Representing 120 million displaced people, the athletes brought attention to the plight and potential of refugees around the globe. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Freddie deBoer / TruthdigSep 29, 2023
As long as the player empowerment trend continues, small-market fans have no incentive to get invested in their teams. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )
Dick Nichols / GreenLeftSep 1, 2023
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Frankie De La Cretaz / YesFeb 28, 2023
When it comes to sports, going for gold should be genderless. Dig deeper ( 12 Min. Read )
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