Indiana Governor Mike Braun Join Ray Stevens to discuss the timeline and ongoing rumors surrounding the Chicago Bears' potential relocation from Soldier Field to Indiana. Braun details the conversation from the Hoosier state's perspective, emphasizing Indiana's business-friendly environment as a contrast to Illinois politics.

Governor Braun explains that the Bears organization started looking ahead six years ago, knowing their Chicago lease expires in 2033. Despite minimal engagement from Illinois leadership over the years, Indiana stepped in six months ago to offer a more business-friendly alternative. 

Governor Braun notes that Indianapolis leadership and sports entities (like the Colts) welcomed the prospect of another franchise in the state, view it as healthy competition, and recognize the immense economic boom and job creation it would bring to the region.

Governor Braun highlighting his background as an entrepreneur, Braun emphasizes that Indiana moves at the "speed of business." He contrasts Indiana's swift legislative coordination in February to accommodate the stadium potential with what he characterizes as Chicago's stagnant leadership.

 

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Join Ray Stevens to discuss the timeline and ongoing rumors surrounding the Chicago Bears' potential relocation from Soldier Field to Indiana. Braun details the conversation from the Hoosier state's perspective, emphasizing Indiana's business-friendly environment as a contrast to Illinois politics.
Governor Braun explains that the Bears organization started looking ahead six years ago, knowing their Chicago lease expires in 2033. Despite minimal engagement from Illinois leadership over the years, Indiana stepped in six months ago to offer a more business-friendly alternative.&nbsp;
Governor Braun notes that Indianapolis leadership and sports entities (like the Colts) welcomed the prospect of another franchise in the state, view it as healthy competition, and recognize the immense economic boom and job creation it would bring to the region.
Governor Braun highlighting his background as an entrepreneur, Braun emphasizes that Indiana moves at the "speed of business." He contrasts Indiana's swift legislative coordination in February to accommodate the stadium potential with what he characterizes as Chicago's stagnant leadership.
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Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.

The Ray Stevens Show

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk. 

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.&nbsp;