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:
lets let some islamic beeatch carry it then spit, p**s, and throw it on the ground . screw that .
Liberal b******* propaganda he deserves it more than anybody else. You set goals in life he’s a prime example of what you can do when you set your goals and for fill them.
oh give it rest
That is a totally stupid statement. He is a gifted athlete and earned the right to carry the flag. He should be rewarded for his hard work.
CNN is stupid jackass.
CNN sucks.
Michael Phelps earned that right! If a Muslim wants to carry the flag, to a country she doesn’t even love, let her win 20 gold medals and earn that right too. Don’t pander!
Eric Adelson a writer at Yahoo Sports is also part of this conspiracy. Don
Go Michael!
If anyone has ever earned the right to carry the flag, he has!