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Friday, August 28, 2015

Hey, LA: Here’s How You Say ‘No’ to the Olympics




 
 
 
Hey, LA: Here’s How You Say ‘No’ to the Olympics
 
Just last month, Boston became the first American city in almost 45 years to say ‘no’ to hosting the Olympics. LA, it’s your turn.
 
JONATHAN COHN, ROBIN JACKS

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The TRUTH will set you FREE.

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