Why is the State subsidizing Sports (or anything else)? Christie announces Formula One racing coming to Hudson County

This is more of an ex-Governor Florio move. It is not the State's proper place to play beneficent patron to sports or arts or anything else that is none of the State's reason to exist! This applies to all levels of government!

Christie announces Formula One racing coming to Hudson County | NJ.com

By The Jersey Journal October 26, 2011Gov.

Chris Christie today announced the signing of an agreement to host an annual Formula 1 Grand Prix of America at Port Imperial in Weehawken and West New York starting two summers from now.

"I am pleased that New Jersey will play host to Formula 1 beginning in 2013, bringing one of the world's most popular and exciting sports right to our backyard. These races will showcase Weehawken and West New York, as well as our state and region to an international audience, while strengthening both the local and regional economies," said Christie.

"The three-day event will bring very positive economic activity to the region, while giving fans of the sport in our region and around the world an exciting, new venue to experience Formula 1 racing. This is another example of how New Jersey remains a leader in hosting marquee national and international sporting and entertainment events like the Super Bowl, NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, and the Ironman Triathlon in various parts of our state," he added.

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