June 10, 1996, Switzerland Lausanne, International Olympic Committee Headquarters.
Juan Antonio Samaranch, who looked like "Einstein," sat behind a large mahogany desk with three documents spread out: the official statement on the postponement of the Atlanta Olympics, the Olympic Committee's financial report, and an "urgent" briefing on the North American War Zone. This veteran IOC President had furrowed brows and bloodshot eyes.
"Mr. President, the latest report from the finance department."
Secretary Marina stepped lightly into the office, placing a stack of documents at the corner of the desk, "The sponsors' payments are overdue by three months, the pre-paid television broadcast rights have been half consumed, and if we can't determine a new host city and start preparations within three months, our operational funds will completely dry up."
No money, no progress.
With money, home everywhere!
