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Jodi BirkholmThe cost of hosting an event at the Javitz Center is astronomical, and everything is union, adding even more cost. Also, for driving/hotel/parking/food costs, etc., this would be a terrible choice, as those issues would dissuade many from attending.
The last two Nationals were rather slow-moving, most likely due to location. I really can't see it happening in Anaheim again. Cleveland would make more sense, but I personally would prefer it just being held in Chicago every year. As someone else already said (albeit in other words), Chicago is really the "crossroads of America". It's just a perfect place for any large event. So many venues, so much to do, hotels and flights to meet any budget. The list goes on and on. Spicing it up with an east coast destination once every three years would also be acceptable, as most hobby-related business is conducted there.