The Washington Post on Nostr: Paris overturned the Olympics’ Nazi traditions. L.A. 2028 can follow its example. ...
Paris overturned the Olympics’ Nazi traditions. L.A. 2028 can follow its example.
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The 1936 Olympics in Berlin were used by the Nazis as a propaganda tool; Paris 2024 challenged this legacy with anti-fascist performances; Los Angeles 2028 must decide whether to continue Paris's innovations; the torch relay and stadium focus were originally Nazi inventions; Paris's Opening Ceremony featured a decentralized performance across the city, contrasting with the centralized Nazi approach; the cauldron was lit in a peaceful setting, symbolizing serenity rather than struggle; Paris emphasized bodily enjoyment and diversity, countering Nazi ideals of bodily perfection; L.A. 2028 has the opportunity to create new traditions or revert to old symbols; the handover of the Olympic flag from Paris to L.A. included both traditional and innovative elements.
#Olympics #Paris2024 #LosAngeles2028 #NaziTraditions #Antifascism #Propaganda #TorchRelay #Ceremonies #History #Culture
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/09/16/olympics-paris-2028-nazi-traditions/
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The 1936 Olympics in Berlin were used by the Nazis as a propaganda tool; Paris 2024 challenged this legacy with anti-fascist performances; Los Angeles 2028 must decide whether to continue Paris's innovations; the torch relay and stadium focus were originally Nazi inventions; Paris's Opening Ceremony featured a decentralized performance across the city, contrasting with the centralized Nazi approach; the cauldron was lit in a peaceful setting, symbolizing serenity rather than struggle; Paris emphasized bodily enjoyment and diversity, countering Nazi ideals of bodily perfection; L.A. 2028 has the opportunity to create new traditions or revert to old symbols; the handover of the Olympic flag from Paris to L.A. included both traditional and innovative elements.
#Olympics #Paris2024 #LosAngeles2028 #NaziTraditions #Antifascism #Propaganda #TorchRelay #Ceremonies #History #Culture
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/09/16/olympics-paris-2028-nazi-traditions/