Politics & the Olympics | National Catholic Reporter

Politics & the Olympics | National Catholic Reporter by MSW.  MGB: While politics is part of the Olympics, Capitalism has joined it as well.  Just look at the IOC and its elite membership and requirements for public works at the host nation's expense.  We now also have endorsements and there have always been bribes, much as they try to hide it.  If you look at men's hockey, you will mainly see NHL players - of course this still means very good hockey.  Sean White is big business as well, as was Lindsey Vahn  - as will whomever takes her place on the medal stand.  And afterwards, here come the new endorsement deals (and woe to past endorsees who don't deliver.   No wonder people use doping!  While the Games are fascinating to watch and the coverage is very professional, I think I will take a pass this year.  I work most nights.