KTLA News: "Tom Bradley press conference on the 1984 Olympics and political endorsements" (1978)
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Title: "Mayor Tom Bradley press conference on the 1984 Olympics and political endorsements." Date: May 30, 1978.
Summary: In a press conference, Mayor Tom Bradley covers topics related to Los Angeles hosting the Olympic Games in 1984. He reiterates that Los Angeles will not host the games unless there are guarantees against financial liability for the city, and also emphasizes that the official organizing committee for the Olympics will be representative of the entire city. Bradley also responds to questions about whether or not he’s endorsing David Cunningham Jr. in the 28th Congressional District race. Clip includes silent shots of reporters writing, the press conference and set up.
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