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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday won't throw out the first pitch at the Texas Rangers' home opener in protest of Major League Baseball's stance against Georgia's new election laws.
By Jim Polito Apr 5, 2021 Major League Baseball has taken a side in the political debate over Georgia's new voting reform law. The league did not announce a new location for the 2021 Midsummer Classic, which is scheduled for July 13. "Over the last week, we have engaged in thoughtful conversations with Clubs, former and current players, the Players Association, and The Players Alliance, among others, to listen to their views. I have decided that the best way to demonstrate our values as a sport is by relocating this year's All-Star Game and MLB Draft," MLB Commissioner Robert Manfred said in...
Republicans intensify criticism of corporations over Georgia voting law, threaten ‘consequences’ Updated: 2 hours ago Published 2 hours ago Share on Facebook Print article WASHINGTON - Republicans are criticizing corporations over their decision to condemn a new Georgia voting law, part of the party’s embrace of the populism espoused by Donald Trump even as it creates tensions with traditional allies in the business community. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., on Monday accused corporations of siding with Democrats’ portrayal of the law as the new Jim Crow, which ...
"Like so many Coloradans, I'm excited and hopeful that Major League Baseball makes the best decision and formally chooses to play the 2021 All-Star game in Denver," Governor Jared Polis said in a statement. "It would be good for baseball and good for Colorado." "We are excited about the possibility of hosting the All-Star Game and are awaiting MLB's decision," Denver Mayor Michael Hancock said. Brian Kemp slammed MLB for pulling the game from his state. "Major League Baseball caved to fear, political opportunism, and liberal lies," Kemp said last week. "Georgians - and all Americans - ...
"Like so many Coloradans, I'm excited and hopeful that Major League Baseball makes the best decision and formally chooses to play the 2021 All-Star game in Denver," Governor Jared Polis said in a statement. "It would be good for baseball and good for Colorado." "We are excited about the possibility of hosting the All-Star Game and are awaiting MLB's decision," Denver Mayor Michael Hancock said. Brian Kemp slammed MLB for pulling the game from his state. "Major League Baseball caved to fear, political opportunism, and liberal lies," Kemp said last week. "Georgians - and all Americans - ...