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Dirty Secret of Some Pro Sports Leagues: They’re Nonprofits

BLANK Sep 12, 2013 There's a ripple of movement in Congress to strip nonprofit status from pro sports businesses such as the NFL and PGA, raising fresh questions about why taxpayers should support billion-dollar entertainment industries. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

NFL Defends the ‘R-Word’

Peter Z. Scheer / Truthdig Jun 13, 2013 Responding to a plea from members of Congress to change the Washington Redskins' bigoted name, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell wrote, "The name is a unifying force that stands for strength, courage, pride and respect." Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

We Can Live Without Leagues

Mark Heisler / Truthdig Jul 18, 2011 If bad times bring out the best in ordinary people, sports labor brings out the worst in the privileged lives of owners and players. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

A Country the NFL Can Be Proud Of

Mark Heisler / Truthdig Apr 5, 2011 Let’s put it this way: If the NFL was in danger of flying too close to the sun, like Icarus whose wax wings melted, Commissioner Roger Goodell would have the orb repositioned beforehand. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Limbaugh’s Politics May Mean Trouble for NFL Bid

Staff / Truthdig Oct 14, 2009 Rush Limbaugh may be the grand poobah of conservative radio, but that doesn't mean his influence in one arena carries over to another without a hitch, at least not when it comes to his bid to become part-owner of the St. Louis Rams. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell indicated Tuesday that Limbaugh's politics might just get in the way of that grand plan. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )