The dirty games

I have to say that I agree with the result that this samizdata article calls for regarding the hosting of the Olympic games:

For perhaps the first time ever, I and many others are fully backing the French to win. Let's hope a continued stream of bitching and moaning about this ridiculous misuse of taxpayer money will see them through to victory, and bring about Britain's glorious defeat.

However, my reason for wanting the London Olympic bid to fail is one of principle rather than strictly financial (though I agree the thing would be a misuse of taxpayer money).

I don’t think it fair or principled to host games that are illegal for citizens of this country to pursue.

Posted by John at May 25, 2004 08:31 AM | TrackBack