I was amused to read a recent Chicago Tribune story about how California politicians, including Governor Arnold Schwarznegger, have been taking potshots at the city of Chicago during the bidding process for the 2016 Olympic Games. They argue that Los Angeles has the advantage over Chicago because of its warm, sunny climate.
Certainly the climate would be an advantage for LA if the Summer Olympic Games were held in January. But they’re not. They’re held in August.
I’m no weather expert and I’ve never been to Southern California during the summer, but I’m willing to bet that the weather in Chicago at that time of year is just as sunny, warm and humid as it is in LaLa Land. Climate is a non-factor.
Seriously, if this is LA’s best argument why they should host the 2016 Olympic Games, then Chicago’s chances are pretty good.
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