Vikings stadium push runs into new political reality

The Tea Party could be one factor holding back a publicly subsidized Vikings stadium. The New York Times says the issue is bringing together liberals with conservatives who are calling loudly for less spending and smaller government. It doesn't help that the state is wrestling with severe financial problems.

Author:: BMTN Staff
Updated:: Mar 8, 2018
Original:: Oct 5, 2011

The Tea Party could be one factor holding back a publicly subsidized Vikings stadium. The New York Times says the issue is bringing together liberals with conservatives who are calling loudly for less spending and smaller government. It doesn't help that the state is wrestling with severe financial problems.

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