Over 500 people protested outside the opening ceremonies of the Olympics in Tokyo. They beat drums and shouted which could be heard inside the stadium. Less than 1000 people were in the stands hear the hatred outside.
Tokyo recently recorded a six-month high in new COVID-19 cases and the city is in a state of emergency because of the virus. Shortly after the ceremony the number of people infected at the Olympics rose to 127.
Over 100 American athletes have not been vaccinated. I can’t imagine why Japan allowed so many athletes into the country who are not vaccinated. The Government of Japan continues to enforce strict travel regulations that bar most foreigners from entering the country. America has had vaccines available for months so there is no excuse for athletes to not be vaccinated. Around the world other countries are struggling to get enough vaccines and the supply is scant. The U.S. athlete vaccination rate is likely higher than that of most countries. That means that as athletes get infected the virus has plenty of fuel to spread.
The energy of the ceremonies was muted at best. Athletes were checking their phones and one decided to lay down since he was so bored and tired. There was more energy outside the stadium in the angry crown than inside. Polls show that right now, most Japanese people don’t want this event. There was a moment of silence for those who have died of COVID-19. Hey Millions were invested in these games, so they will go on even if they bring death. Like the emperor, the Olympics have no clothes during this pandemic.