So both the majority of athletes and Americans support the IOC's ban of political protests at the Olympics. Obviously you have nothing more to say.
AP: Olympics ban apparel with slogans like ‘Black Lives Matter’, could punish athletes for political demonstrations https://www.wbtv.com/2021/05/04/oly...uld-punish-athletes-political-demonstrations/ The IOC says athlete protests and political messages will remain banned at the Olympics after a survey found that a majority of competitors were in favor of keeping the ban in place. That means raising a fist on the podium or taking a knee would still risk punishment at the Tokyo Games this year. According to Graham Dunbar of The Associated Press, the IOC also said that slogans such as “Black Lives Matter” will not be allowed on athlete apparel at Olympic venues, though it approved using the words “peace,” “respect,” “solidarity,” “inclusion” and “equality” on T-shirts. The IOC said it surveyed more than 3,500 athletes over the past year and that 70% said it was “not appropriate to demonstrate or express their views” on the field of play or at the opening or closing ceremony. The IOC says any instance of breaking the rules will be evaluated by an athlete’s respective National Olympic Committee, International Federation and the IOC, and disciplinary action will be taken on a case-by-case basis as necessary. The Olympic body’s legal commission should clarify what kind of punishment before this year’s games, which open on July 23. Athletes who make political or social justice protests at the Tokyo Olympics have been promised legal support by a global union and an activist group in Germany. The pledges by the World Players Association and Athleten Deutschland came one day after the IOC confirmed its long-standing ban on “demonstration or political, religious or racial propaganda.” Rule 50 applies to the field of play, medal podiums and opening and closing ceremonies. Raising a fist or kneeling for a national anthem could lead to punishment from the IOC. Under Rule 50, protests and demonstrations are banned at all Olympic venues including on the field of play, in the Olympic Village, during Olympic medal ceremonies and during the opening, closing and other official ceremonies. The IOC says Any protest or demonstration outside Olympic venues must comply with local legislation wherever local law forbids such actions. During the Olympic Games, athletes have the opportunity to express their views in these situations: During press conferences and interviews, i.e. in the mixed zones, in the International Broadcasting Centre (IBC) or the Main Media Centre (MMC) At team meetings On digital or traditional media, or on other platforms. The IOC says It should be noted that expressing views is different from protests and demonstrations. It should be noted, too, that these guidelines are also applicable to any other accredited person (trainers, coaches, officials, etc.). Here are some examples of what would constitute a protest, as opposed to expressing views (nonexhaustive list): Displaying any political messaging, including signs or armbands Gestures of a political nature, like a hand gesture or kneeling Refusal to follow the ceremonies protocol.
I was about to write it should be easy to guess which one works best looking at the results in woman hammer throwing, but it actually isn't that clear looking at various podiums. All are big women but some look quite athletic like Sophie Hitchon
Hilarious... The IOC must have their hands full because protesting at this year's Olympics have been growing / getting larger the past two months by citizens of Japan...infuriated about how ill-prepare Japan is for the Olympic Games involving Covid. Many believe the Olympic Games should be postponed until more Japanese citizens are vaccinated. https://www.euronews.com/2021/05/17/tokyo-2020-anti-olympic-protesters-rally-to-demand-cancellation They have much more to worry about involving the growing Covid protests about the pending Olympic Games than some organization called Black Lives Matter. By the way, have you been watching the European Soccer Championships... Some teams have been kneeling in unity (protesting) about injustice around the world. They've received BOOS and APPLAUSE...people still stayed and watched the game...that says it all. wrbtrader
Soccer fans are way more loyal than U.S. ("oh I am offended I am not watching any more" U.S. fans). Also European soccer fans have some real racist members in their group so naturally some will boo. But once the whistle blows all they care about is the game and their country winning so a few boos means shit really.