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fromFortune
2 weeks ago

U.S. Olympian who Trump called 'a real loser' holds an 'L' to his head after a successful qualifying run | Fortune

After being called a 'loser' by President Trump, Hunter Hess used the controversy as motivation and qualified for the Olympic halfpipe final.
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fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Why Conservatives Are So Mad at One Random Freestyle Skier

US Olympic athletes faced political scrutiny, with controversy centering on Hunter Hess's measured remarks about representing the United States amid domestic policy disagreements.
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fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

After Trump Called Their Teammate A "Real Loser" For Criticizing The US, Olympians Are Responding

Team USA athletes defended a criticized Olympian, emphasizing pride in representing the United States while asserting the right to voice concerns and urging compassion.
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fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Olympic Skier Hunter Hess Responds After Trump Calls Him a "Real Loser"

Hunter Hess says he feels mixed emotions representing the U.S., clarifying that wearing the flag does not mean he endorses everything happening in the country.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

US snowboard star Chloe Kim calls for unity after Trump bashes teammate over immigrant crackdown

Chloe Kim and Eileen Gu, two Olympic standouts who have faced their share of hate over the years, each weighed in Monday on Donald Trump's bashing of their friend, American freeskier Hunter Hess, for having said he didn't back the U.S. president's heightened crackdown on immigrants. I think in moments like these, it is really important for us to unite and kind of stand up for one another for all that's going on,
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fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

As US Olympians call for tolerance and LGBTQ rights, some face Trump attacks and online hate

U.S. Olympic skiers called for de-escalation and respect amid domestic unrest, while one athlete's remark provoked sharp criticism from conservative leaders.
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

Donald Trump's Furious Post Slamming A Team USA Skier Is Going Viral

"It brings up mixed emotions to represent the US right now. I think it's a little hard. There's obviously a lot going on that I'm not the biggest fan of. Just because I wear the flag doesn't mean I represent everything that's going on in the US."
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fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

U.S. Olympic athletes in Italy are speaking out about the political situation at home

U.S. Olympic athletes voiced concern over domestic political divisions while emphasizing representation of American values like inclusivity and compassion during the Milan-Cortina Games.
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