Daily Archives: August 3, 2025

White Paper: The Moral Hazards of Sports Institutions Dependent on Betting Revenues: Risks of Game Fixing by Players and Referees

Executive Summary The growing financial integration of sports institutions with sports betting revenues has created a moral hazard that threatens the integrity of competitive athletics. As betting becomes a major income stream for leagues, teams, and broadcasters, the incentives for … Continue reading

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White Paper: Voluntary Patronage or Public Funding? The Political and Institutional Risks of Progressive Funding Preferences

Abstract Progressive politics has long advocated for the public funding of cultural, educational, and media institutions that could, in theory, be supported through voluntary contributions or private patronage. This white paper examines the philosophical and practical motivations behind this preference, … Continue reading

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