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The Impact of Mega-events on Local Politics
出版Lynne Rienner Publishers, 2001
主題Political Science / GeneralPolitical Science / Public Affairs & AdministrationSports & Recreation / GeneralSports & Recreation / Olympics & ParalympicsSports & Recreation / Business Aspects
ISBN15558799189781555879914
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=wHFjCzFF048C&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋What drives cities to pursue large-scale, high-profile events like the Olympic games? What are the consequences for citizens and local governments? Investigating local politics in three U.S. cities - Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Salt Lake City - as they vied for the role of Olympic host, this book provides a compelling narrative of the evolving political economy of modern megaevents. The authors reveal how the megaevent strategy typically is initiated by a coalition of public and private elites; how citizen involvement is managed and often curtailed; and how latent development agendas are revived and refocused to leverage Olympic opportunities. In assessing the impact of megaevent-driven growth, they look beyond the tax revenues and stadium costs to offer a nuanced examination of the ways Olympic dreams affect local governance and social conditions in urban economies.