March 23, 20205 yr comment_467832 Just now, iHeart said: I don't see a problem with that, I'm old enough to remember when the Sydney Olympics were held in September, but I don't recall a virus or anything I think it had to do with weather. The Summer Olympics in Mexico City, Mexico were held in October 1968 because of the heat. It was cooler temp wise to have them in the fall. The Seoul Olympics in 1988 were also in September.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467844 10 hours ago, SpeedFlex27 said: It also depends how long the US-Canadian border is closed. Methinks it's going to be a good while. This situation worsens by the day and I can't see international travel for non-essential purposes resuming for quite some time. I'm just glad to see Canada take the lead with the Olympics as the IOC drags its heels looking incompetent and out to lunch.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467846 11 hours ago, The Unknown Poster said: I can’t imagine the Olympics not postponing. It would be a massive gamble going a head with it. Yes it’s July so plenty for time to have things stabilize (and I think they will) but it’s too soon. Push it to the fall. The IOC will fight postponement to the bitter end. It is a private corporation owned and run by the former European royalty and it reaps many, many millions in profits for them.
March 23, 20205 yr Author comment_467848 3 minutes ago, rebusrankin said: I suspect the US is next to say we're not going. Trump already said it was up to Abe. Weak.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467849 44 minutes ago, Tracker said: The IOC will fight postponement to the bitter end. It is a private corporation owned and run by the former European royalty and it reaps many, many millions in profits for them. $$$$$$ I read that whoever pulls the plug it on the hook so neither the Tokyo people or the IOC want to do it and pay. Now maybe that's nonsense internet news, but seems legit.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467850 Historically, the IOC has a well established track record as one of the most corrupt entities on the planet. If they take a bath, fine with me.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467851 Turtle blaming the Democrats because they can get the bill thru the Senate so they can continue to be corrupt.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467853 Regarding Oympics, yeah it’s a ways off and I suspect things will largely be back to normal at least in terms of most activities (probably still a lot of work from home and hyper awareness to cleanliness). But that many people in close quarters and then going home all over the world is a recipe for another flare up. flatten it out by early summer. It likely flares up again in the winter. And hopefully they set a record for vaccine and other treatments.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467858 https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2020/03/23/820101589/surgeon-general-tells-u-s-this-week-it-s-going-to-get-bad Quote "I want America to understand this week it's going to get bad," U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams said Monday morning, speaking about the COVID-19 pandemic and efforts to stop the coronavirus from infecting more people in the U.S.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467861 Almost feel sorry for this guy: https://www.thehour.com/opinion/article/I-know-but-what-do-you-want-me-to-do-Fauci-s-15150393.php
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467863 ^^This is why we hunker down at every opportunity and slow the spread. Be safe everyone. Have you re-watched the 2019 Grey Cup yet today?
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467871 24 minutes ago, do or die said: Almost feel sorry for this guy: https://www.thehour.com/opinion/article/I-know-but-what-do-you-want-me-to-do-Fauci-s-15150393.php Its funny how a month ago people were talking about how shitty Canada is and blockading rail lines - wanting to #shutdowncanada - and others were whining about separating - because they're not making $600 a day anymore... now I hope all those same people are watching what's about to happen in the states... and thankful for the support and stability that we have here... We're very lucky to live in Canada - that's all I have to say
March 23, 20205 yr Author comment_467874 For curiosity, I'm going to create a little poll about our current work situations. I wouldn't mind updating it each week as this plays out. I would like to know how many people are working/studying from home, working from the office/store/job site, are laid off... Those are the categories I have so far but am open to more suggestions? Thanks.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467875 1 minute ago, JCon said: For curiosity, I'm going to create a little poll about our current work situations. I wouldn't mind updating it each week as this plays out. I would like to know how many people are working/studying from home, working from the office/store/job site, are laid off... Those are the categories I have so far but am open to more suggestions? Thanks. Well maybe add a mixed home/site option for people like me who are working from home, but still have to go visit sites as well.
March 23, 20205 yr Author comment_467876 1 minute ago, 17to85 said: Well maybe add a mixed home/site option for people like me who are working from home, but still have to go visit sites as well. Good one. I will also add Retired to the list.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467878 4 hours ago, do or die said: Historically, the IOC has a well established track record as one of the most corrupt entities on the planet. If they take a bath, fine with me. I'd be happy if the Olympics never came back. I wouldn't miss them.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467879 Senate fails to pass the corona virus bill again. I generally accept that certain businesses shouldn’t be allowed to fail but man we’re talking about bailing out airlines again?? What did they do wirh their billions over the years? How about have enough reserves handle things like this. Don’t bail them out. What are they going to do? Or link it directly to zero layoffs or cut on pay or hours. No stock buy backs (I think Mark Cuban said any company accepting a buys back should be barred from stock buy backs forever).
March 23, 20205 yr Author comment_467881 10 minutes ago, The Unknown Poster said: Senate fails to pass the corona virus bill again. I generally accept that certain businesses shouldn’t be allowed to fail but man we’re talking about bailing out airlines again?? What did they do wirh their billions over the years? How about have enough reserves handle things like this. Don’t bail them out. What are they going to do? Or link it directly to zero layoffs or cut on pay or hours. No stock buy backs (I think Mark Cuban said any company accepting a buys back should be barred from stock buy backs forever). The Administration wants to bail out cruise lines that pay zero tax in the US. This is just a cash grab for the rich.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467883 2 minutes ago, JCon said: The Administration wants to bail out cruise lines that pay zero tax in the US. This is just a cash grab for the rich. It's what the GOP exists for. Rob the poor and give to the rich, but make believe that you actually care about the schmucks who vote for you.
March 23, 20205 yr comment_467892 2 hours ago, The Unknown Poster said: All it took was for Canada and Australia to say they wouldn't go if they wouldn't Postpone
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