It's interesting to me how many people consider CSEC greedy and are taking this issue so personally and getting angry.
There is a long-standing history of cities ponying up large amounts of money for a private stadium. Yes, it's corrupt, but there is a precedent. Obviously the Flames group would want that deal. It's not personal. They want to save hundreds of millions of dollars. They are willing to posture and threaten to leave and act like babies and influence an election because it could save them millions. Duh. Likewise, the commissioner of the NHL would want one of its team's owners to save hundreds of millions of dollars. Duh. It's business -- businesses are supposed to be greedy and to try to make/save money.
I also don't blame the city for holding their ground and wanting to break the corrupt municipal-stadium model. It's all fascinating to me, mostly from an economic standpoint. Will one side break? Will they reach a compromise?!
Meanwhile, the Calgary Flames still have a useable stadium and a very exciting team. I won't let this economic standoff ruin my enjoyment of this season or future seasons.
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