Western Media Trashed Russia at Every Opportunity During the Olympics, Distracting from a Big Success Story | Alternet

Western Media Trashed Russia at Every Opportunity During the Olympics, Distracting from a Big Success Story | Alternet: 



The Sochi Olympics were the great success Russia hoped for. The opening ceremonies proved a radiant display drawing on Russia’s most compelling cultural assets. This artful look back to Russia’s past greatness proved both a reminder and challenge to its own people to reprise their historical greatness going forward. Meanwhile, its closing ceremonies reprised these themes, reminding the viewer of Russia’s continued vibrancy in the arts.