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Why Conservatives Keep Losing The Culture Wars
The current boycott of Georgia and the successful boycott of Arizona are just two examples of a much larger phenomenon: Conservatives continue to lose the battles of America's cultural wars.
Stacey Abrams Tried to Convince MLB to Keep All-Star Game in Georgia
Abrams was reportedly against the calls for boycotts that followed after Georgia passed a controversial new law that introduced sweeping voting restrictions.
Senator Praises Colorado Voting Law Amid Conservative Criticism of MLB Move
The All-Star game has been moved from Truist Park to Coors Field following criticism of Georgia's new voting laws.
Ex-MLB Commissioner Blasts Manfred's Decision to Pull Game Out of Georgia
"Mr. Manfred made a serious mistake," former Commissioner Fay Vincent wrote in an op-ed about the league's decision to move the game from Atlanta to Denver.
McConnell: Coca-Cola, MLB 'Quite Stupid' for Opposing Voting Restrictions
"It's irritating one hell of a lot of Republican fans," the GOP Senate minority leader said.
Baseball has Made its Choice. Now Come the Consequences
Now, as the nation cherishes every precious step toward post-COVID normalcy, Major League Baseball has mortgaged its opportunity to enjoy a key role in the recovery.
MLB to Move All-Star Game to Colorado, Also Has Some Voting Restrictions
While Democrats praise the move, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has called Biden "so hypocritical" for appearing in Indiana at NCAA championship.
Boycott Campaigns Can Be Successful—Here Are Some Examples
In the past, business tycoons, authority figures and governments have been brought to their knees by activists using this powerful protest strategy.
Angels Fans Throw Garbage Cans onto Field Against Houston Astros
Astros players were repeatedly jeered and booed for their role in the sign-stealing scandal that rocked baseball.
Texas Rangers Fans Fill Home Stadium to Capacity at Team's Home Opener
The Rangers opened their 2021 home schedule with a stadium full of fans against a team that isn't even allowed to play home games at its own stadium because of COVID-19.
Greg Abbott Wont Throw 1st Pitch at Rangers Game After MLB's All-Star Move
The Texas governor said he wouldn't seek hosting the All-Star game or any other MLB special events because of the league's opposition to Georgia's new voting laws that prompted moving the 2021 all-star game.
Rubio Challenges MLB Commissioner to End League's Ties with China, Cuba
The MLB announced its decision to move this year's All-Star Game out of Atlanta last week.
Georgia GOP Lawmakers Demand Removal of Coca-Cola Products From Office
Donald Trump on Saturday also urged Americans to boycott Coca-Cola and other companies that have criticized Georgia's new voting legislation.
Georgia County Says MLB All-Star Game Would've Generated $100M
Major League Baseball announced its decision to relocate this summer's All-Star Game from its scheduled location in Atlanta on Friday, in a gesture of opposition against Georgia's new voting laws.
Donald Trump Demands Boycott of Coke, Delta, UPS in Georgia Voter Law Fight
"Don't go back to their products until they relent. We can play the game better than them," Trump said while comparing his boycott to leftist boycott threats.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Says Fighting 'Corporate Communism' Unites GOP
The Georgia congresswoman tweeted: "This @MLB issue brought together all of the factions within the Republican Party last night."
Brian Kemp Blasts Abrams, Biden After MLB Relocates All-Star Game
The Georgia Republican governor said that the new law expands voter access and argued other states have more restrictive voting legislation.
Is MLB Losing 'Tremendous Numbers of Fans,' as Donald Trump Claims?
Major League Baseball saw an increase in viewership over the course of the pandemic while attendance wasn't possible.
Abrams 'Disappointed' Over All-Star Game's Relocation From GA, Praises MLB
The activist said that Georgia lawmakers who passed the new voting law knew what economic risks passing it would lead to for the state.
MLB Boycott Calls Grow After Donald Trump Hits Out Over All-Star Game
The former president also took aim at Coca Cola and Delta after the companies hit out at Georgia's new voting laws.
Donald Trump, GA Gov. Brian Kemp Call Out 'Woke Companies' Like MLB, Delta
"Boycott baseball and all of the woke companies that are interfering with Free and Fair Elections. Are you listening Coke, Delta, and all!" Trump wrote.
MLB Moves All-Star Game Out of Atlanta Due to Georgia's New Voting Laws
"We are finalizing a new host city and details about these events will be announced shortly," MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said.
TX Rangers GM Shrugs off Biden's 'Not Responsible' Remark on Full Stadium
The baseball team has opened their stadium to a full capacity of 40,500 fans on Monday, which the president called "a mistake." The Texas team isn't balking and plans to move forward.
These MLB Teams Are Allowing Fans at Games This Season
Fans will return to every MLB ballpark from Opening Day, but capacity will differ from team to team.
More Than 40,000 Fans Could Be in Attendance for Texas Rangers' Home Opener
"The Rangers are encouraged that the Governor's Office has given clearance for us to fully open Globe Life Field at the start of the 2021 Major League Baseball season," President of Business Operations and Chief Operating Officer Neil Leibman said in a statement.
Cancel Culture Affects Star Athletes and Hollywood Celebs Differently
While the Matt Lauers and Marilyn Mansons of the showbiz world get taken down, accused athletes like Antonio Brown and Jose Reyes walk free.
Mariners President Apologizes For Controversial Speech
The Seattle Mariners president was forced to apologize for comments he made in a video that appeared on YouTube on Sunday.
Mets Owner Says Family Received 'Threats' Leading to Twitter Departure
Steve Cohen had faced criticism from amateur traders and others amid the GameStop/Robinhood stock market debacle.
How Does Election Into the Baseball Hall of Fame Compare With Other Sports?
On Tuesday, no players were elected to be immortalized in the Cooperstown, New York, Museum. The election process can be very arduous.
Bonds and Clemens' Final Hall of Fame Shot Could Hinge on These MLB Stars
Bonds, Clemens and Curt Schilling have one year of eligibility left but Alex Rodriguez and David Ortiz could win a significant number of votes in 2022.