This week, Michael Phelps carried the American flag into Maracana stadium during the opening ceremony of the 2016 Rio Olympics. He was selected by his peers on Team USA after becoming the most decorated olympian in history, having won 22 medals and appearing in four previous Olympic games. Despite his many accomplishments, however, some are trying to argue that he didn’t deserve the privilege to carry the stars and stripes into the arena.
The Olympics — and especially the opening ceremonies — have long been recognized for their distinct lack of politics. Warring countries have marched alongside one another at multiple games in displays meant to show unity despite the world’s many ongoing conflicts.
Some, however, are trying to inject politics, political correctness, and accusations of white privilege back into the games. See who many thought was a more worthy flagbearer on the nest page. Be forewarned, it had nothing to do with her athletic ability:
F**K CNN CLINTON News Network
Guess talent doesn’t matter – just height & color!
He is carrying the flag not because he is white but because who he is
I can no longer tolerate CNN!
He should be treated equally!!
GTFO of here w that c**p!
Please stop playing race card. .
MOST OF AMERICA IS WHITE. He’s representing America. The majority of America. Why make this about race. He deserves it because he won 18 medals Not for any other reason.
Sad commentary on our state of mind . Phelps was a no brainer and this honor had nothing at all to do with race. He was the top athlete there on our Olympic team .He deserve to carry the flag. Period.
I read the articles…and saw RED!!! Traitors among us.