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Originally Posted by Textcritic
I think what nik- and others are trying to point out is that the existence of any "multiplier effect" of large sports stadiums on local economies is anecdotal. I would expect this effect is something that is quantifiable, and if so, then there really shouldn't be any problem with publishing these figures. I don't know much about this, but I am at the outset dubious regarding the positive economic impact of privately owned sports franchises more generally. You seem convinced of it, and I would like to know why.
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I think there are studies, but they all have to be considered based on who was providing them and why. I haven't seen many independent ones.