The modern Olympic legacy still carries Avery Brundage's stamp: Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter restricts political expression, allowing athletes minimal concessions but forbidding expression during competition, anthems, and on the podium—the exact moments of maximum impact.

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Rich Roll

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Just as long as it's not during competition or during any of the anthems or on the podium or any of the places where it would be the most impactful.

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Malcolm Gladwell Is Lord Of All Things Overlooked and Misunderstood | Rich Roll PodcastRich Roll
Created: 8/10/2026, 10:09:34 PM

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