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The dangers of sportswashing for the Olympics
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The dangers of sportswashing for the Olympics

Ian Bremmer and Sally Jenkins discuss sportswashing, the growing influence of Saudi Arabia and China in global sports, and whether foreign money in pro sports makes it harder for governments to do their jobs.

Could the Olympics ever be free of politics?
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Could the Olympics ever be free of politics?

Ian Bremmer and Sally Jenkins discuss the impact of politics on the Olympics, including the debate over neutral flags, political boycotts, corruption within the IOC, and the enduring appeal of athletes like Simone Biles and Sha’Carri Richardson.

The politics of the Paris Olympics
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The politics of the Paris Olympics

Will politics overshadow the 2024 Paris Olympic Games? Ian Bremmer and Washington Post sports columnist Sally Jenkins discuss the biggest stories heading into this year’s Games and whether the Olympics can ever be non-political.