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NFL’s Hail Mary: Deal would dole out millions to Soros-linked social-justice groups
The Washington Times ^ | December 4, 2017 | Valerie Richardson

Posted on 12/04/2017 8:40:33 PM PST by E. Pluribus Unum

Players Coalition reportedly strikes $89 million deal with NFL team owners

Plagued by sagging ratings, player protests and fan outrage, the NFL has thrown a political Hail Mary by reportedly agreeing to dole out millions of dollars to two social justice groups connected to Democratic billionaire George Soros.

Under an agreement with the Players Coalition, NFL owners plan to funnel tens of millions of dollars to the Dream Corps, a leftist advocacy group led by former Obama adviser Van Jones and linked to Mr. Soros, which has called for saving the Clean Power Plan, cutting the prison population by half and providing “sanctuary for all.”

The $89 million, seven-year deal also carves out millions of dollars for the Players Coalition, according to ESPN, which has been advised by Soros-funded groups such as the Campaign for Fair Sentencing of Youth and the Center for American Progress, a leader of the anti-Trump “resistance.”

(Excerpt) Read more at washingtontimes.com ...


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To: E. Pluribus Unum

This capitulation by the owners essentially spells the death of the NFL. They’ve only temporarily appeased their SJW employees, but have done nothing to restore the trust and approval of THEIR employers - the fans.

This attempt by the owners to buy back peace, will be seen by most fans as a degraded sell-out, and a slap in the face - especially when they see where the money is going.

The owners could have nipped this in the bud by firing the first creeps who took a knee during the anthem, but that would have taken courage - something they’re obviously all lacking. Instead, they’ve chosen the path of rank cowardice, and have forfeited their business to the demands of the radical left, who despise them anyway.


41 posted on 12/04/2017 9:43:02 PM PST by Windflier (Pitchforks and torches ripen on the vine. Left too long, they become black rifles.)
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To: E. Pluribus Unum
The NFL is dead to me forever!
42 posted on 12/04/2017 10:01:59 PM PST by jan in Colorado (In times of universal deceit, telling the truth will be a revolutionary act. --George Orwell.)
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To: E. Pluribus Unum

These people at the NFL REALLY don’t get it. Actually it’s fairly shocking how completely clueless they are.

I won’t give a penny or a minute to anything to do with the NFL now...not that I’ve watched them this year anyway but now they’ve doubled down.


43 posted on 12/04/2017 10:11:44 PM PST by Aria
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To: Vlad The Inhaler

However, If they were going to do something like this they should have set it up on the basis of matching funds for player contributions.


Previous news stories pointed out that there is NO NEW MONEY — they are JUST redirecting money that was going to true charities (like breast cancer research — WHERE ARE THE FEMINISTS TO PROTEST THIS???)


44 posted on 12/04/2017 10:13:14 PM PST by Mack the knife
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To: E. Pluribus Unum

This is what Liberals(fascists) do:They take other peoples money by force and redirect use it for their politics/protesting.
The Democratic party is built on this.
It’s unfrickingbelievable the Republicans haven’t defunded the left by now.


45 posted on 12/04/2017 10:20:51 PM PST by Finalapproach29er (luke 6:38)
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To: E. Pluribus Unum

This is what the NFL deserves after putting the Clinton/Obama crony Joe Lockhart in as Director of Communication.

Lockhart was Clinton’s Press Secretary during the period when Monica took a knee for Bill and during the impeachment.

Lockhart rented his home to the Obama’s when they moved from the Whitehouse.

Let the NFL fold.


46 posted on 12/04/2017 10:51:16 PM PST by tired&retired (Blessings)
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To: Nothingburger

The NFL has corrupt officiating and players throwing games each week. The players union has killed the NFL. Guaranteed contracts, money up front and long deal contracts allows for players to get money without performing.It’s all garbage and it’s corrupt. If a league was formed that had better officiating, more white players and the union done away with.The games would be better and more entertaining.


47 posted on 12/04/2017 10:55:24 PM PST by Carry me back (Cut the feds by 90%)
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To: E. Pluribus Unum

More like a “hail Satan”


48 posted on 12/04/2017 11:12:43 PM PST by BenLurkin (The above is not a statement of fact. It is either satire or opinion. Or both.)
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To: E. Pluribus Unum
This is really bad

A defacto declaration of war by the NFL on America.

And the money to fund it is coming out of existing NFL programs benefiting Breast Cancer and Military Vets

49 posted on 12/05/2017 12:49:18 AM PST by rdcbn
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To: Nothingburger

You did a very good job of explaining the root of the problem, even though your average leftist would be hurling racist slurs at you for saying it.

You’re right that it’s the discipline and attitude of the players that makes the difference.

The highly effective Kirby Smart, the coach of the Georgia Dawgs still calls his players “kids”, suggesting the atheletes can still be moulded as men and educated in the game.

This is leadership in a sport where it’s sadly missing.

The college game is still alive and well. Goddell went the opposite direction. Instead of leading the league, he is leading its ultimate demise. Kind like the George Soros of football.


50 posted on 12/05/2017 3:07:26 AM PST by poconopundit (MAGA... Get the Spirit. Grow your community. Focus on your Life's Work. Empower the Young.)
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To: E. Pluribus Unum

The key liberal leftists (Democrats, advocates, etc.) in this country can NOT be allowed to die of old age before they to prison for the rest of their lives. It must happen.


51 posted on 12/05/2017 3:52:33 AM PST by MeneMeneTekelUpharsin (Freedom is the freedom to discipline yourself so others don't have to do it for you.)
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To: E. Pluribus Unum

Even if they all stand...NFL is dead to me.


52 posted on 12/05/2017 4:01:50 AM PST by CincyRichieRich (Hurtling deplorable!)
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To: E. Pluribus Unum

The league will be gone in 5 years. Thank you BLM.


53 posted on 12/05/2017 4:12:44 AM PST by bray (Pray for President Trump)
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To: BenLurkin

Or a Sig Hiel Mary.


54 posted on 12/05/2017 4:15:24 AM PST by bray (Pray for President Trump)
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To: E. Pluribus Unum

College football players who are playing for a shot at the NFL instead of a marketable degree are screwed.


55 posted on 12/05/2017 4:25:38 AM PST by mewzilla (Was Obama surveilling John Roberts? Might explain a lot.)
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To: Jonny7797

Look no further than Van Jones. It’s what he does.


56 posted on 12/05/2017 4:28:48 AM PST by Fireone (Lock Her Up! (and 100 of her accomplices))
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To: Extremely Extreme Extremist

Can’t sell it. We didn’t buy it was an investment. It’s away to show pride in the team and help it financially. The certificate along with all my Packer memorabilia is off the walls.

As an “owner” I’ve completely severed all my connection to the team and the NFL. I wrote Packers president Murphy about my disgust with the team and sent the same letter to Goodell. It’s not much but it’s what I could do.

So, no more traveling to games, no more NFL Sunday ticket, No game Pass. no mercy.
Collateral damage to Directv, Sirius radio, airlines, hotels, bars NFL tv sponsors.
Thats thousands of dollars a year.
What have you done?


57 posted on 12/05/2017 4:33:52 AM PST by Kozak (DIVERSITY+PROXIMITY=CONFLICT)
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To: rockinqsranch

I’ll guess soccer (real football) will replace NFL ‘football’.


58 posted on 12/05/2017 5:01:39 AM PST by polymuser (Its terrible to contemplate how few politicians are hanged today. - Chesterton)
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To: Kozak

No NFL junk for Christmas presents, either.


59 posted on 12/05/2017 5:03:15 AM PST by polymuser (Its terrible to contemplate how few politicians are hanged today. - Chesterton)
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To: E. Pluribus Unum

Was at a bar last night and they had the Steelers/Bengals game up on several large screen tvs. Sure where a lot of empty seats.


60 posted on 12/05/2017 6:04:08 AM PST by ops33 (SMSgt, USAF, Retired)
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