Where to go now? What now?

"In Copenhagen, the leader of opposition group No Games Chicago expressed relief and concern. "We felt all along that the problems facing Chicago wouldn't be solved by throwing parties and building concrete sports facilities along the lakefront," said Tom Tresser, a Chicago college professor.

"But the question is, what now? The mayor has said he has nothing else up his sleeve for economic development," said Mr. Tresser.

Within moments of the city's defeat, the No Games Chicago Web site changed its home page to say, "Chicago: What now?" It also invited visitors to take a survey seeking new ideas for making Chicago "a prosperous and world class city," as well as seeking volunteers to help bring progress about."

Chicago Wrestles With Olympic Loss - WSJ.com