You needn't be an agate fanatic — someone who studies the box-scores before reading the front page or (perish the thought) the Opinion page — to know the world of sports is in a slump. ... What's a fan to do? Give up on the games in favor of a more refined spectacle — hot-dog eating, perhaps, or presidential politics? Not necessarily. Just be a clear-eyed, clear-thinking fan -- Idaho Statesman.

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Question: Has the various scandals involving Barry Bonds, Tour de France, Michael Vick, etc., diminished your enthusiasm for professional sports?

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