In the box, olympism and the olympic games, the author endorses the elimination of national medal counts because such counts tend to

In the box, "Olympism and the Olympic Games," the author endorses the elimination of national medal counts because such counts tend to make stronger the nationalism and political uniqueness between countries. The Olympic Games inspire humanity to overcome economic, political, racial, religion and gender differences and promote friendships in spite of that uniqueness. The athletes show this value by starting long lasting team bonding and cooperation with their teammates and opponents.