Forget the coming-out party mantra: China already an Olympic power
The swimming events in Beijing have been one of the few disappointments for the hosts. Any number of elite coaches and swimmers are undoubtedly going to be “reassigned” after the Games - sent back to the provinces to mine asbestos, plant rice or glue Nikes together. Marxists, these days, know all about return on investment. Fail to medal, and you’re an insect.