Christine Matthey, a resident art gallery owner in Venice, reflects on the contrasting atmospheres surrounding Jeff Bezos' wedding compared to George Clooney's. She criticizes Bezos for his political ties and environmental impact due to the wedding's extensive use of water taxis, which exacerbate the erosion of Venice's structures. Despite the financial benefits of tourism, Matthey believes that the long-term damage to the city's heritage outweighs any short-term economic gains, revealing her passion for Venice's preservation and her discontent with Bezos' presence in the city.
"The mood in the city was nothing like it is now, for the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez... I'm not happy with Jeff Bezos being this close to my house."
"Bezos has hired fleets of water taxis... It adds to the problems of a city already in danger."
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