[crazyjoeda]

Vancouver is getting a lot of exposer especial in the United States media. I think the recession will be beneficial to the success of the 2010 Olympics as more people will be watching. Most people have heard of Vancouver but the Olympics will show people what Vancouver has to offer; we live in an exceptional city so no doubt it will be a big boost for tourism. I really disagree with people who think hosting the Olympics will be a waste of money; in my opinion the benefits of the international exposure, badly need infrastructure and the long term economic benefits outweigh the small inconveniences and the financial costs.