The Role of Politics in the Olympics: Politics have frequently intersected with the Olympics. The 1936 Berlin Games were a Nazi propaganda tool, countered by Jesse Owens' triumphs. The Cold War era saw the US and Soviet Union boycott the 1980 and 1984 Games, respectively. The Munich 1972 Games were marred by a terrorist attack. Protests over human rights issues, like those in Beijing 2008, highlight ongoing tensions. Despite the International Olympic Committee's aim to separate sports from politics, the Games often reflect and influence global political landscapes, demonstrating sports' powerful societal role.
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