euronews the network: The Olympics: white elephant or cash cow?

Published on Jul 19, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ The Olympic Games are a time for the world to come together to celebrate its athletes. The winning of gold, silver and bronze medals decided on a matter of seconds and centimetres.

But as the London Games approach, some ask why billions is being spent on this event at a time of economic hardship in Europe and elsewhere?

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