Are the Olympics Worth It?
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Channel: Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs · 2012 · News & Politics
The London Olympics are unfolding as Britain endures a severe recession. With a $17 billion price tag, are the Olympics worth it for a nation going through financial difficulties? Or does the glory of the games and the temporary economic boost make them a wise investment? August 3, 2012. For video, audio, and transcript, go to: http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/studio/ge-corner/data/00192
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