Whether you agree with it or not, politics are the very fabric of our lives. Unfortunately politics affects every aspect of our lives and not even MLB can escape this reality.
MLB is being dragged into the Arizona immigration debate and, therefore, must take a stance to protect its interests in Arizona. The reality includes the Diamondbacks and Spring Training in Arizona. Another major burning political issue is whether or not Arizona polticians will approve public funding for a new spring training ballpark for the Cubs in Mesa City, Arizona. Will Arizona's politicians take the chance of losing the Cubs to Florida?
MLB has already invested in Arizona to host the 2011 All-Star game and there is no reason they should make any premature actions that will cost the league. For all we know Arizona's immigration law may be overturned or deemed unconstitutional by the time the 2011 All-Star game comes around. MLB's decision to move the 2011 All-Star game from Arizona is a double-edged sword. MLB is in the business of making money by increasing fans and its actions would upset individuals on both sides of the immigration debate.
The decision to host the 2011 All-Star game was made prior to the passing of Arizona's SB 1070 and MLB must stay the course!
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
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