As long as it stands, the new U.S. Bank Stadium will be a landmark, a shimmering glass testament to years of persistence, divisive public debate and the brute clout of the National Football League.
To Minnesota Vikings fans, it represents a renaissance for a beloved 55-year-old franchise still aching for a Super Bowl title. To others, it will never be anything but a misguided $1.1 billion paean to money and sports. To city and state political leaders, it’s big-buck bet to resuscitate a forlorn part of Minneapolis and keep professional football downtown.
This month, Minnesotans get to see what they’re paying for as the building that Gov.