• TORFdot0@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      Sports are a scam because it distracts people from discussing politics yet voting and democracy is a scam? Not a very compelling argument.

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        1 year ago

        Sports is a very broad term. I am aware of MLBs antitrust exemption. However, that is a unique situation that does not apply across all sports. That’s why we have seperte leagues like the NFL and XFL. My kids playing little leugue are not affected by this at all.

        As for the 90% of males comment, this is rediculous. It is very possible to both follow and discuss politics while also have other interests. It’s not an either or situation. There is nothing wrong with having distractions you enjoy.

        I agree that pro sports are subject to massive corruption. But that doesn’t make them a scam.

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        1 year ago

        They’re basically responsible for 90% of males simply refusing to discuss important issues in politics.

        Gonna need you to cite some sources on that one.