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SOCHI 2014 absurds

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SOCHI 2014

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  • Profile picture of the author Joe Stewart
    I've heard several horror stories about Sochi. I read that there were several stray dogs roaming the area that weren't necessarily causing problems, but the local officials perceived them as a "potential" problem. Their solution? They shot them!

    I guess taking the time to round them up and relocate them, confine them, etc wouldn't work for them. Who knows? I do understand that packs of wild dogs can be dangerous, but these hadn't been bothering anyone. Was it necessary? I can't say. It just seemed pretty cold hearted to me.

    I also heard that there's a serious shortage of pillows! How can you have more than 4 years to prepare for an event like the Olympics and not have basic necessities on hand?

    Another thing that's been mentioned was the yellow water. Visitors and athletes were advised not to wash their face with it because of the possibility of chemical contamination. I hope they don't have a shortage of bottled water. Sheesh!

    Finally, I heard that Vladimir Putin's girlfriend was going to light the Olympic flame. Word has it that she's a former athlete, but I don't recall what event she participated in. I didn't watch the opening ceremonies so I don't know if that happened or not.

    I suppose it's too early to call these Olympics an epic failure, but it's definitely not too early to start pointing fingers and demanding accountability. I don't see these guys hosting an Olympics again for a very long time.
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      Transport from the locker room
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    Charts: The Most Ridiculously Expensive Olympics Ever | Mother Jones
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      Originally Posted by TLTheLiberator View Post

      I'm SHOCKED! Historically, based on how you guys talk, you and mother jones should be talking about how incredibly safe and CHEAP the olympic games are!

      WHA HAPEN?!?!?

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        Originally Posted by seasoned View Post

        I'm SHOCKED! Historically, based on how you guys talk, you and mother jones should be talking about how incredibly safe and CHEAP the olympic games are!

        WHAT HAPPENED?!?!?

        Steve
        If you say so Steve.
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    Report: Airliner Forced To Land After Possible Hijacking Attempt In Connection To Sochi
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  • Profile picture of the author TLTheLiberator
    I recorded and will watch the opening ceremonies with the wife and kid to pass the time this weekend while it snows.

    We do it all the time and love the pageantry.
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  • Profile picture of the author TLTheLiberator
    Jon Stewart...


    Must-see morning clip: Sochi is a nightmare! - Salon.com
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    Putin is a much better leader then Obama. He is a former KGB spy.
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  • Profile picture of the author Ricardo Furtado
    Never heard of Sochi. What is it about???
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    • Profile picture of the author Kay King
      Do you live in a cave? Winter Olympics

      I enjoyed the Opening Pageantry thoroughly. In spite of all the fuss about not being ready - the athletes have nothing but praise for the way the events are laid out and the quality of the venues.

      Some amazing people competing -

      Alex Bilodeau, Brother Celebrate Gold Medal - Business Insider
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      • Profile picture of the author tagiscom
        Yep, the opening ceremony was pretty impressive, although in Australia, if you watch it on tv-Wi-Fi, (Ten) there is no fast forward, but l still managed to see most of it!

        Mascots were pretty cool, pity about the Olympic ring issue, but with the exception of Greece, most opening ceremonies have had issues!


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