This is another small Olympic miracle.

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I am happy that the premier is coming, to stress for Italy the importance of these games. If the people at the stadium will applaud or whistle (the equivalent of booing in Europe) is another matter.

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We must avoid the depression factor.

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This is not so much for relaxation. People from City Hall come here, and there always is someone to speak with. It's only a break in (terms of) the place, not in the work.

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There's no more left in the wine cellar because all these Canadians are eating pizza and washing it down with Barolo.

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It's a miracle if you break even. A deficit is almost inevitable.

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