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:
Hope we can get back to the old America where color isn’t s big deal, but their accomplishments are.
yes he dose cnn go away you are a mess
Michael Phelps earned the right to carry the American flag by winning 22 Olympic medals – enough said
Good god, how tall is he.
CNN don’t deserve to be watched or listened to due to being assholes!
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If we let some liberal muslim walk in with our flag they would probably come in the stadium dragging in on the ground. ..no thanks, Mr. Phelps is the perfect choice
Yes he does !
Shame in CNN. Corrupt Non-news Network
CNN is a propaganda rag…