Granted, it isn't strictly all inclusive to say that everyone in the world pays the Olympics any attention at all. The opening ceremonies just started, and it's already clear that the significance of the moment hasn't been lost on the communist planners.

The many cultures that make up China were 'represented', and standing in two lines to pass along the Chinese flag between them. At the end of these beautifully costumed figures were waiting a group of soldiers, creepily taking over the task of passing the flag along to then goose-walk it away from 'the people.' Propaganda much?

It's entirely repulsive to see everyone wearing masks...especially athletes after they compete. All the people involved across the globe have been warned not to say or do anything in Beijing that might upset the delicate communist sensibilities.

Why did we allow this? Anyone?