Tomorrow is the official kick off for Sport Accord but that doesn't mean business hasn't been going on-I think that a lot of the undiscussed i.e. unofficial stuff gets discussed before the start of the published program.
One thing I am hearing in the bars and common areas of the hotel from the locals is how they want to see an Olympics in Denver. But that is never going to happen---1976 remains a not-too-distant memory in the minds of many people and I just can't see that happening. The IOC is concerned with financial risk and takes that into consideration when to award a Games. Admittedly, the risk back then wasn't so much momentary as it was from the environmentalists (emphasis on the mental) but money was lost for sure, although the amount was probably a drop in the bucket compared to today's economics.
We've been warmly welcomed---the service is great, and nothing is ever too much trouble. I'm having a great time. It's great to reconnect with folks you haven't seen in awhile (you know who you are.)
On tap for tomorrow: fireworks!
