"We're competing against other great cities: Madrid, Rio de Janeiro, and Tokyo. That's why it's important that we all join together on the final path to Copenhagen. Having the support of President Obama is key"
- Richard M. Daley
About this Quote
This quote by Richard M. Daley is describing the competitors in between cities to host the 2016 Summer Olympics. He is highlighting the significance of the city of Copenhagen, and the need for everyone to come together in order to make it happen. He is also worrying the value of having the support of President Obama, as it will be a significant factor in the success of the quote. This quote is a call to action for the citizens of Copenhagen to unite and interact to make their city the host of the 2016 Summer Olympics. It is also a suggestion that they are completing against a few of the world's biggest cities, and that they should do their best to make their quote stand out.
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