Today CNN commented on the Pope's visit to New York City, arguing it would bring $50 million to businesses in the Big Apple. They compared this to when Pope John Paul II visited the city in 1995 who spent $45 million. They then briefly commented why the Pope might be bringing in more and what's changed in the past twelve years.
But they didn't mention what's definitely changed: the price level. Usually when they bother to adjust for inflation, they mention it. But not today. A simple check reveals that the real value of the last Pope's visit was $62.2 million--over $12 million more. Say what you want about popularity or Pope expenses, but always check for inflation.
Friday, April 18, 2008
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