[mewzilla]

Here's something to throw into the mix. I thought NBC had purchased the American TV rights for the '14 and '16 games. That's not the case. NBC's payed through the nose for the '10 and '12 games. But lookee here...

Comcast, GE in Talks Over NBC Universal

Is GE trying to get out of the entertainment biz?

If so, could that mean they know Chicago's toast...?

[maggief]

I can’t believe the narcissist in chief would risk tarnishing his star power if the bid wasn’t in the bag.

This is interesting ...

http://www.monstersandcritics.com/sport/olympics2008/news/article_1504606.php/Passionate-Rio-upstages-Obama-s-Chicago-Tokyo-before-IOC-4th-Lead

Chicago pledged perfect conditions for athletes and fans, and a lasting legacy in a 45-minute presentation which had no real spark apart from the Obamas.