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Oh, Look: Insane Democrat Policies Just Drove Away This Historic NFL Team

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How bad are Democratic policies these days, you ask? Great question. I think I have an answer.

Democratic policies have led to a situation where the Chicago Bears, the historic NFL team that has called Soldier Field home for over 50 years, may soon relocate and build a new stadium just across the border in Indiana, a state known for its conservative values.

The Bears have expressed concerns about the aging infrastructure of Soldier Field and its inconvenient location near Lake Michigan. They’ve been seeking approval for a new stadium, potentially in Arlington Heights, IL. However, progress has been slow due to delays caused by Democrats in Springfield. Now, it seems that Indiana is stepping up its efforts to attract the franchise.

This morning, Indiana Governor Mike Braun took to X to announce that his state is “open for business.”

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“Indiana is open for business, and our pro-growth environment continues to attract major opportunities like this partnership with the Chicago Bears. We’ve identified a promising site near Wolf Lake in Hammond and established a broad framework for negotiating a final deal,” Braun wrote on X. “If approved, the proposed amendment to Senate Bill 27 puts forward the essential framework to complete this agreement, contingent upon site due diligence proceeding smoothly. The State of Indiana moves at the speed of business, and we’ve demonstrated that through our quick coordination between state agencies, local government, and the legislature to set the stage for a huge win for all Hoosiers. We have built a strong relationship with the Bears organization that will serve as the foundation for a public-private partnership, leading to the construction of a world-class stadium and a win for taxpayers.”

In addition, the Bears issued a statement, calling the passage of SB 27 “the most meaningful step forward in our stadium planning efforts to date.”

“The passage of SB 27 would mark the most meaningful step forward in our stadium planning efforts to date. We are committed to finishing the remaining site-specific necessary due diligence to support our vision to build a world-class stadium near the Wolf Lake area in Hammond, Indiana. We appreciate the leadership shown by Governor Braun, Speaker Huston, Senator Mishler and members of the Indiana General Assembly in establishing this critical framework and path forward to deliver a premier venue for all of Chicagoland and a destination for Bears fans and visitors from across the globe. We value our partnership and look forward to continuing to build our working relationship together.”

Here’s more:

A spokesperson for Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said the pause in discussion was requested by the Bears.

“Illinois was ready to move this bill forward. After a productive three hour meeting yesterday, the Bears leaders requested the ILGA pause the hearing to make further tweaks to the bill. This morning, we were surprised to see a statement lauding Indiana and ignoring Illinois,” spokesman Matt Hill wrote on X.

Illinois lawmakers have been meeting frequently with the team to discuss the parameters of a deal to have a new stadium constructed in suburban Arlington Heights

That deal would lock in property tax rates and also help to finance infrastructure improvements around the stadium, and Gov. J.B. Pritzker this week confirmed that lawmakers are continuing to have near-daily meetings with Bears officials.

Still, some suburban officials say the process has been taking too long.

“Our region has been asleep at the wheel for the past three years,” Rolling Meadows Mayor Lara Sanoica said. “It’s a problem. It’s the only reason that Indiana looks like a more viable option than the Chicagoland area.”

Illinois lawmakers do have more time to negotiate with the Bears prior to the end of their legislative session. While Indiana’s legislature will be in session through the end of February, Illinois’ General Assembly will be in session through the end of May.

The fact that the Illinois General Assembly is in session until May doesn’t bode well for them. It’s evident that the Bears are eager to move forward and are satisfied with the progress they’re making in Indianapolis.

Way to go, Pritzker and Johnson. All on you, buds.

Seriously, at this point, what is left to encourage anyone with the means to flee to remain in a blue state? Pro sports-wise, Democrat-run California just raped the Super Bowl players for taxes.

And honestly, how do you remain a politician in Illinois and Chicago, specifically, after being known for losing da Bears?

It’s what Democrats do best: destroy everything they touch.

The distance between Hammond, Indiana, and Soldier Field isn’t as significant as one might think. Google Maps shows it takes just 31 minutes to drive there under normal traffic conditions, covering a distance of only 27 miles. It’s remarkable to consider that this small distance can create a business-friendly environment for running an NFL team.

While this situation isn’t finalized yet, it certainly doesn’t bode well for Democrats in Springfield and Chicago. Instead of reflecting on the policies that pushed the Bears across the border, it’s likely that they’ll end up criticizing the franchise and the NFL for simply seeking a place where they are appreciated, and where government interference doesn’t hinder progress or inflate costs.

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