The Olympics make us proud to be American. So should our government.

February 21, 2026 at 07:06PM

The Olympics make us proud to be American. So should our government.

The Olympics inspire pride in Americans and in government, according to State Representative Josh Turek. He acknowledges that many Americans feel unsettled by the nation’s direction during this Olympic season.

Turek frames the Olympics as a unifying source of national pride, contrasting it with domestic concerns about leadership and policy. He suggests renewed patriotism could motivate public service and government accountability.

The message centers on tying Olympic achievement to civic sentiment, urging reflection on how national direction aligns with American values and aspirations.