The Four Architects of America's Sports Betting Boom
2025-09-25
The 2018 Supreme Court repeal of a 26-year ban on sports betting unleashed a gambling boom unlike any other in US history. This fascinating story centers around four key figures: Bill Bradley, the principled former Senator and NBA player who initially championed the ban; Chris Christie, the pragmatic New Jersey governor who fought for legalization; Jeremy Kudon, the shrewd lobbyist who navigated state legislatures; and Ted Olson, the legal mastermind who successfully challenged the ban in court. Their intertwined efforts, alongside the rise of daily fantasy sports, paved the way for the widespread legalization of sports betting across America.
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