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Should Zygi have been a bigger jerk?

As the Vikings stadium issue seemingly slides in favor of the Metrodome site, fans in favor of the Arden Hills site are wondering if Zygi Wilf should have been more demanding. If Wilf would have threatened to move the team, would things be different?
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As the Vikings stadium issue seemingly slides in favor of the Metrodome site, fans in favor of the Arden Hills site are wondering if Zygi Wilf should have been more demanding. If Wilf would have threatened to move the team, would things be different?

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