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* Chicago made the final four…
As predicted, Chicago made the first cut today in its bid to host the 2016 Olympics.
* A press release received this morning shows how the Olympics can be used as leverage….
Action Now and community residents will call for Mayor Richard M. Daley, City Council members, and the Chicago 2016 Committee to join them on an Olympic 2016 Trash Tour.
A guided bus tour of Washington Park and surrounding neighborhoods will shed light on the garbage issues facing Chicago’s South Side and the need to clean up garbage-filled streets, lots, and alleys in order to strengthen the city’s 2016 Olympic Bid.
“Community cleanup is essential for Chicago to compete with the other world class cities vying for the 2016 Summer Games,” says Denise Dixon, Executive Director, Action Now. “We are inviting city leaders and the Chicago 2016 Committee to join us on a Trash Tour of the community so they can see first hand the challenges that the community and city face to truly compete with other cities.”
* And, with that in mind, a caption contest…
posted by Rich Miller
Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:25 am
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Daley: “I’m so holy I’ve got five halos!”
Comment by Frost Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:26 am
Mayor Mickey Mouse presides over the three-ring circus.
Comment by problem Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:28 am
Well, I’m not a “crook”.
Comment by Dan S, a voter and Cubs Fan Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:34 am
In a shameless display of pandereing to the olympic committee Mayor Daley has the olympic rings surgically attached to his head. Daley stated, “Were in it to win it! And I’m toting the proof”
Comment by Madison County Voter Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:35 am
Hey Rocky, watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat.
Comment by Don't Worry, Be Happy Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:36 am
First it was the blue bags, now this! What’s with all this trash talk?
Comment by If It Walks Like a Duck... Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:37 am
I have informed the Olympic Committee, Chicago will NOT allow “gun starts” for any events.
Comment by anon Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:40 am
I don’t smell anything…watch how long I can hold my breath!
Comment by What planet is he from again? Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:43 am
Today I am unvailing a new symbol for my and CHicago’s support of Obama! 5 O’s interlinked to show how he can bring us all together…. whats that? somone else has a similiar emblem?”
Comment by Ghost Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:46 am
“Now everybody sing!
Who’s the mayor of the town for all eternity?
R-I-C,
H-E-Y,
D-A-L-E-Y!
Comment by wordslinger Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:46 am
“I can guarentee a very transparent and fair process. I believe in transparency in my administration, and I feel very confident that the decision to choose Chicago will be based solely on merit and in no way will it be rigged, pre-determined, or a rubber-stamp process. That is how it it is done in Chicago, and I am sure, with the history of Olympics, we will guarantee transparency in its award of Chicago.”
Comment by In the Land of Silos and Cows ... Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:48 am
“Next item up for bid is the Chicago Skyway…. hey we’ll throw in the Illinois Tollway system …. who opens the bid?”
Comment by North of I-80 Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:49 am
the fiance committre for the games will consist of Rezko, Kelly.
Comment by Anon Again Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:57 am
“Now if I can just get the committees from Madrid, Tokyo and Rio on one of the CTA trains as it derails”
Comment by Bluefish Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:58 am
“I just have one question folks. What’s it gonna take to get da Olympics in Chicago? You name it, and we will do it. As a former Olympian athlete, dis means a lot ta me. Yah, I was an Olympian! I’m olda now, but I was in da Olympics. Naw, I didn’t metal, but I was on da Team. I dunno now what sport, but it was a good one. Tough one. It made me, sweat, ya know? So I want it. For da old Team.”
“Whaddaya want? No. Dat’s where were puttin’ da Kid’s Museum…”
Comment by VanillaMan Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:58 am
I have asked Blagojevich and Filan to chair the finance committee. Their availability is questionable. I understood that Lon Monk is to be in Chicago and I asked him to serve, but he will apparently be testifying in a trial.
Comment by anon Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:02 pm
“…all other questions, submitted in writing beforehand, will be answered by Jackie Heard.”
Comment by In the Land of Silos and Cows ... Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:02 pm
It’s all for the children.
Comment by tom73 Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:05 pm
“Tell Cardinal George to keep Father Pfleger out of sight until the final decision is made.”
Comment by Patriot Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:07 pm
And now, allow me to introduce the members of our Olympic Arm Twisting Team…
Comment by Brian McDaniel Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:07 pm
Caption? How can you possibly improve on this photo!!???
Comment by Ahem Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:32 pm
Blago and Obama….5 rings of hell left….
Comment by Belle Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:35 pm
Sing (with apologies for my tone deafness and lack of melody):
“Two thousand sixteen” Aren’t we keen to be seen?
“O-L-Y” Why? Because Hizzoner wants to, that’s why.
“M-P-C-S” Yes, yes, yes says the city combine.
Background sounds of “cha ching, cha ching”
Comment by anon sequitor Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:40 pm
What do you mean the logo makes me look like Carmen Miranda?
Comment by Mike Mad Again Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:47 pm
I had no idea my son Patrick and Robert Vanecko were the owners of the land we just bought for the Olympic Stadium.
Comment by Bomber Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:48 pm
problem wins by a landslide!
Comment by Wumpus Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 12:57 pm
“Has anyone seen my Rezko verdict score card? I want to get the office pool started”.
Comment by South of I-80 Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 1:01 pm
I have not now or ever been under the influence of Performance Enhancing Drugs!!!
Comment by He Makes Ryan Look Like a Saint Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 1:01 pm
I’m declaring Texas Hold ‘em a demonstration sport.
Here are my plans for an appropriate venue. I’ve even incorporated it into the Children’s Museum.
Comment by Zenith Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 1:06 pm
That’s not trash! It’s art contributed by the many local artists in the area.
and
No, those are NOT sets of handcuffs behind me!
ok, I’m done
Comment by Belle Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 1:07 pm
I was wondering how long it would be before somebody noticed the handcuffs motif.
Comment by Rich Miller Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 1:09 pm
“I’m happy to announce the new location of the Olympic Children’s Museum in Grant Park.”
“The Olympic Committee and Action Now will be happy know that I’ve gotten federal funds to create dozens of new dedicated “garbage-truck only” lanes.”
“Mayor Daley admonished anyone within earshot today that his personal combination of no-nonsense attitutde, righteous indignation, and forehead sweat will be enough to deal with any forseeable problems related to Chicago hosting the 2016 Olympics.”
Comment by Sacks Romana Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 1:21 pm
WHEW! Gold Medal, Olympic Midnight Airfield Demolition! Need … water … now …
Comment by Snidely Whiplash Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 1:31 pm
“The ‘Chicago way’? I don’t know nothin’ about that. Do you want me to take my pants off?”
Comment by reformer Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 1:38 pm
I’m usually a good sport, you guys know that, but this hat is just silly. Silly, silly. silly.
Comment by anonymiss Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 2:05 pm
“Tibet. Oak Park. You tell me.”
Comment by anon Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 2:49 pm
Micky Mouse on Steroids.
Comment by ahoy! Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 3:06 pm
Due’s has promised to fill the Olympic circles with a special deep dish. That’s the Chicago way! Pizza for everyone!
Comment by zatoichi Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 3:17 pm
Welcome to the City with Big Rings on my shoulders!
Comment by Anon14 Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 3:42 pm
“The Olympics means JOBS, JOBS, JOBS…(for all of my friends and family friends…and CONTRACTS, CONTRACTS…for all of my friends and family members…The Olympics is good for the people of CHICAGO.”
Comment by Chicago Dem Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 4:46 pm
“I shall not seek, and will not accept, the nomination of the Democratic Party for president of the United States.”
Comment by Anon Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 4:47 pm
“Compadres, it is imparative that we crush the rebels before the rainy season. And a shiny new donkey to the one that brings me the head of General Montoya.”
Bonus points for whoever comes up with the character who REALLY said that.
Comment by Anonymous Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 4:50 pm
Two mics for both sides of my mouth! NICE!
Comment by Undercover Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 5:25 pm
I hope we don’t get the olympics. I am a lifelong resident, and I know very few people who think it is a good idea.
Comment by some former legislative intern Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 5:52 pm
“I am not charged with any wrongdoing.” (Yet!)
Comment by Disgusted Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 5:56 pm
The newest Chicago Olympic event will be clearing the snow and then saving your parking place. Only Chicago residents can enter and any and all clout will be expected to get the Gold Medal.
Comment by the ole precinct captain Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 8:37 pm
I envision President Obama entering the Daley stadium riding in the OBAMALAC, with trumpets blaring, drums beating, lights shining, and the crowd yelling in adoration! Dad
Comment by anon Wednesday, Jun 4, 08 @ 11:10 pm
Richie - With these halos about my head, the Rezko and Blagojevich thang can’t hurt me.
Comment by Carlos Thursday, Jun 5, 08 @ 6:55 am