This summer, the U.S. women’s Olympic hockey team will be celebrated in Las Vegas, hosted by none other than American rapper Flavor Flav. The event promises music, spotlight and unmistakable enthusiasm. What stands out most is not the celebrity factor,…
White House wins gold medal in internet fakes
For the first time in 40 years, the U.S. men’s hockey team is at the top of the world. At the 2026 Winter Olympics, the American men faced a series of challenges culminating in a 2-1 overtime win against Canada…
Olympics and the danger of performative patriotism
With the Winter Olympics just ended, we have been reminded of the dangers of performative patriotism that cannot tolerate contradiction. When we demand those who wear the flag speak only in praise, we are not preserving the apolitical nature of…