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    Olympics Whip Up British Patriotism

    During the run-up to the London Olympic Games, British irony was in full swing, complete with predictions of gridlocked traffic, frustrated spectators and lapses in security. Then something happened. It all worked out.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    During the run-up to the London Olympic Games, British irony was in full swing, complete with predictions of gridlocked traffic, frustrated spectators and lapses in security. Then something happened. It all worked out.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      KCRW

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      New Culture Forum

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    Is Paul Ryan the Right Choice for Mitt Romney?
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    2. 7:36Is Paul Ryan the Right Choice for Mitt Romney?
    3. 44:52Olympics Whip Up British PatriotismYou’re reading this
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