In a discussion with the Shamus last week, I mentioned my disdain for the Olympics. Shocked, he asked me to explain. I did so & though he continues to cherish the Games he acknowledged my objections as reasonable & valid. Here, in a nutshell, is my second reason for disdaining the Olympics, that corruption is endemic to the International Olympic Committee & unavoidable as long as the current sickly Olympic model limps along: Sochi 2014-link

The Rebel Black Dot Song of the Day
Vampire Weekend, "Diplomat's Son" from Contra (T.L.A.M.)