Olympic Hullabaloo - who really cares?
I’m in San Francisco for a while, but one thing that is not on my agenda is watching the Olympic torch run. Let me say for the record, I have never watched the entire Olympic games - only sections I really enjoy, such as fencing. This isn’t because I don’t like the events; they merely coincide with other happenings, and don’t take top priority.
Basically, I don’t have very strong opinions about the Olympics. However, when ridiculous hypocrites create an atmosphere of fear and animosity during the celebration of a wonderful attempt at unity and sportsmanship, I am truly disgusted. I’m referring, of course, to the protesters for Tibet. Now I will admit, I’m not very informed on this conflict, so I won’t speak too ardently - but from what I have observed, the Tibetan people really do need our support, and China seems to be out of line. That’s all I will say.
But people - come on! When there is a close ratio of security personnel to spectators, you’ve must admit there is a problem. When people are being leaping around and attacking each other like battle-crazy barbarians, there must be a problem.
Especially when it’s being done in the name of PEACE!
You know, if you really cared about the Tibetan people, you’d be doing something to help them - not ruining this honored celebration.
And on the other side of the coin, it’s a flame! While it is symbolic, and crucial to the ceremony, it’s certainly not worth all this insanity.
Basically, I wish people would use theirs heads, instead of charging off to make peace using violence.
The shame is that the athletes themselves wo have worked so hard to get to the Olympics are the ones who are going to be caught up in this mess.