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The Olympics: How Do Cities Get Picked to Host?

The International Olympic Committee announced today that Beijing will host the 2022 winter games, making it the first city ever to host both the summer and winter games. But the decision hints at changes in the thinking of the International Olympic Committee when it comes to choosing hosts cities.

By Madeleine Brand • Jul 31, 2015 • 1 min read

The International Olympic Committee announced today that Beijing will host the 2022 winter games, making it the first city ever to host both the summer and winter games. But the decision hints at changes in the thinking of the International Olympic Committee when it comes to choosing hosts cities.

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The Olympics: How Do Cities Get Picked to Host?

The International Olympic Committee announced today that Beijing will host the 2022 winter games, making it the first city ever to host both the summer and winter games. But the decision hints at changes in the thinking of the International Olympic Committee when it comes to choosing hosts cities.

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The Olympics: How Do Cities Get Picked to Host?

The International Olympic Committee announced today that Beijing will host the 2022 winter games, making it the first city ever to host both the summer and winter games. But the decision hints at changes in the thinking of the International Olympic Committee when it comes to choosing hosts cities.

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