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:
People need to get over it. This isn’t about politics. It’s about athletes doing their best and for their country. Stop hating. Unite.
Phelps! USA!
He certainly does….more than a fricken muslim.
Those 22 medals don’t count!
CNN HIRES IGNORANT CREEPS !
WTF. Are you kidding me
Go to hell CNN!
Hes best to
This is BS
20 medals says he is