"Make no little plans. They have no magic to stir men's blood ... Make big plans; aim high in hope and work."  
—Daniel Burnham, Chicago architect. (1864-1912)

Monday, June 22, 2009

Olympics News Roundup 6/22

Members of No Games Chicago returned from Lausanne, Switzerland, where they flew last week to protest the city's bid to members of the International Olympic Committee ...

... While Hawaii celebrated the international air travel that the Chicago Olympics would bring to the state's capital ...

... And President Obama gives America the "it-factor" that might push the second city ahead of its competition.




Volunteers for Chicago 2016 pass out "Olympic Rings" wristbands in Federal Plaza (6/18)

Tuesday is Olympic Day, and Chicago 2016 is hosting a morning of speeches and athleticism in Washington Park. Check back here for updates.

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