If you think politics shaped these Winter Olympics, just wait until LA 2028

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The Olympics in LA will be highly politicized — Expect increased tensions and diplomatic challenges.
The legacy of Milan Cortina sets the stage for LA — Athletes' unity may face tests on a larger scale.

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In Milan, athletes showed that patriotism can be generous. In Los Angeles, that definition will be tested on the biggest, loudest stage sport can offerThe Milano Cortina Winter Games ended on Sunday night as the Olympics always do: in light, spectacle and speeches about unity.

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