Pacific University Jules Boykoff on Beijing Winter Olympics

The video discusses the Beijing Olympics amid the pandemic and China's human rights issues. It highlights China's growing global influence since the 2008 Olympics and the political history of the Games. The International Olympic Committee's stance on neutrality is critiqued, and the hypocrisy in international politics is examined. The video also explores the athlete empowerment era, where athletes are increasingly vocal about social issues, but face challenges due to IOC rules and Chinese laws.

In what ways has the International Olympic Committee's stance on political neutrality been criticized?

What historical examples illustrate the political nature of the Olympics?

How do the current human rights issues in China compare to those during the 2008 Olympics?