American-Born Olympian Competing for Communist China a Total Disgrace
AMAC - The Association of Mature American Citizens • • sports
Key Points:
- Eileen Gu, a 22-year-old Olympic skier born and raised in the U.S., is competing for China in the Milan games, citing her mother’s Chinese heritage as motivation, but her decision has sparked controversy over loyalty and ethics.
- Gu became one of the highest-paid female athletes globally, with substantial financial support from the Chinese Communist Party and lucrative endorsements tied to the Chinese market, raising questions about her allegiance.
- Critics highlight Gu’s silence on China’s human rights abuses and her public criticisms of the U.S., framing her as a symbol of disloyalty, while conservative media accuse mainstream outlets of glorifying her despite her ties to an authoritarian regime.
- The debate reflects broader concerns about declining patriotism and civic
