To the editor:
Two contributors recently suggested relocating the 2028 Olympics, citing the need to rebuild after last month’s disastrous fires and a perceived decline in global prestige following the attempted coup in Washington. However, three years is no short span. The destruction in Altadena and Pacific Palisades, although deeply traumatic for those directly affected, represents just a tiny piece of the overall housing landscape in the Los Angeles area.
We have ample time to address the rebuilding efforts, especially if we implement strategies to streamline the process. For instance, postponing the expansion of the Los Angeles Convention Center is a viable option, and I’m confident we can discover additional measures.
Regarding our country’s international reputation, it’s crucial that the justice system and upcoming midterm elections set things right. Voters must be cautious and not be swayed by the deceptive narratives that feel like “reality TV.” Remember, President Trump is not the successful businessman he portrayed on television—he merely played that part.
John Sherwood, Topanga
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To the editor:
The show must go on for Los Angeles as the host of the 2028 Olympics. Even if athletes end up receiving their medals on makeshift platforms due to budget cuts, so be it.
The essence of the Olympics is about more than just winning; it’s a testament to the harmony of nations coming together in friendly competition. It’s an opportunity for us to challenge our own limits and discover strengths we didn’t know we had. Through this global gathering, we reach new heights.
Abandoning the Games because of challenges would send a disheartening message to those who have recently endured immense hardship from the wildfires. For everyone across this vast city striving day in, day out, to overcome their personal challenges, the Olympics must proceed.
Matthew Hetz, Los Angeles
