CLEAN : Pan American Games a costly gamble for Toronto

The transcript discusses the financial drawbacks of hosting the Olympics, highlighting that many cities, including Vancouver, have not recouped their investments. It critiques the political motivations behind such events, suggesting infrastructure should be developed for city improvement rather than games. The transcript also provides historical context, comparing past events like the 1930 Empire Games to the current large-scale sporting events, emphasizing the unprecedented scale of the latter.

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