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With all the political and civil unrest revolving around the selection of Beijing, I decided I would point out some good in the situation. Sure, the government banned automobile transportation and plants from burning to deter pollution and they are censoring our American reporters, but it’s all for the good. Why? Because they are making us hate them even more . . . and by doing so, establishing something the Olympics have been lacking since the 80’s, a rival. It’s America vs China. Democracy vs Communism. Good vs Bad . . . etc. Jim Caple describes it best in his article today:
“Oh, the Olympics were deliciously dramatic in those Bruce Jenner and Ivan Drago days, providing sporting showdowns in the welcome place of nuclear confrontation: The violent 1956 Hungary-Soviet water polo match (”Hey, why does the water look so reddish?”), the 1972 U.S.-Soviet basketball game (”They screwed us!”), and, of course, the 1980 U.S.-Soviet hockey game (”Do you believe in miracles? Yes!”).”
Should be a good time coming up on August 8th. As the 2 countries grow more anxious and political tension begin to rise more, we should see for a good showing.
