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Looks like Japan picked the Wrong Year to Host the Olympics

submitted by robotflex to news 2.9 yearsJul 21, 2021 05:00:45 ago (+6/-0)     (www.wsj.com)

https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-2021-olympics-are-turning-into-a-20-billion-bust-for-japan-11626790720?mod=hp_lead_pos5

The 2021 Olympics Are Turning Into a $20 Billion Bust for Japan

Host nation expected an economic windfall and global recognition. But amid pandemic, a disgruntled populace just wants it all to go away.


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That's like comparing the precursors to the Wright Brother's plane to a modern day fighter jet.