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Originally Posted by JustAnotherGuy
And you think that is enough of a contribution that you can make to your countries athletes? How much does that work to? About $10 from you? Nice effort.
I am talking to the people who are moaning and whining about our athletes. They talk about the athlete choking. Not trying hard enough. When the poster is not contributing to the cause enough. Why aren't they out there cheering on the sport? Volunteering at events. etc etc etc
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I am as patriotic as the next Canadian and agree with your point regarding supporting the Olympics the other 3.5 years. However, this like any government spending program should be evaluated by the public (just like Education, Health Care etc.). It is our duty to form opinions and vote based on those opinions, that is part of a democrazy. Living in Vancouver, if these games don't break even, could be burdened with government debt for a long time (much like Montreal). Your "$10...Nice Effort" comment is out of line.
SUMMARY: It is our democratic responsibility not only to evaluate the OTP program, but also the value/cost-benefit of hosting the Olympics.