The U.S. Braced For the World Cup. It Fell in Love Instead.
The News
The United States, initially anxious about hosting the World Cup, found a warm reception in cities like Lawrence, Kansas, and Boston. These cities welcomed visitors with open doors, and the connections made during the event remain evident. The experience transformed U.S. anticipation into a positive embrace of the global event.
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US cities faced anxiety about hosting the World Cup.
Cities like Lawrence, Kansas, and Boston opened their doors to visitors during the World Cup.
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Cities like Lawrence, Kansas, and Boston opened their doors to visitors during the World Cup.
New York Times- US cities faced anxiety about hosting the World Cup.
- Lawrence, Kansas and Boston actively welcomed visitors.
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Loaded language removedAmid anxiety over how the United States would welcome the world, cities like Lawrence, Kan., and Boston threw open their doors. The bonds forged are still visible on the streets.
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Cities like Lawrence, Kansas, and Boston opened their doors to visitors during the World Cup.
New York TimesThe bonds formed during the World Cup are still visible on the streets.
New York TimesThe United States experienced anxiety over welcoming the world for the World Cup.
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