The Political Orphanage The Pragmatist's Guide to Politics
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Jan 15, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Justin Robert Young, host of Politics, Politics, Politics, brings a pragmatic and cynical edge to pressing political issues. He explores the ethics of stadium subsidies, questioning their effectiveness against community needs. Young argues for a shift from traditional political ideologies to focus on tangible outcomes, especially in tackling homelessness. He also highlights the profound social impact sports teams have on city morale, blending humor and insight to critique government spending priorities.
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Stadium Subsidy Disagreement
- Andrew Heaton and Justin Robert Young have a recurring disagreement about stadium subsidies.
- Heaton even has a bumper sticker that reads "Stadium subsidies are bad."
Heaton's Political Rubric
- Heaton's usual approach to political issues involves evaluating problem severity and solution effectiveness.
- He questions if a problem justifies overriding individual autonomy and if the proposed solution is suitable.
Stadiums as "Best Waste"
- Justin Robert Young argues that if a city government is generally incompetent, using funds for a stadium is acceptable.
- It may be a "waste", but it provides enjoyment for citizens, which has value.