Had to read the OP, just to make sure I understood the assumptions (assumed that all participants would be ok with it). In this case, it would be tough to argue against wearing the patch (again, assuming it would be allowed), but I would add that if one member objected, I think the team needs to respect that opinion and find another opportunity to register their objection. I support the cause, but I do feel that some posters are somewhat sanctimonious on the issue. It isn't as if the LGBT have been living in this country as true equals (marriage, for example) very long, and if I am not mistaked, it is still not fully accepted in the US. This sort of social change takes time, and I think Putin has unwittingly shown the spotlight on the issue in Russia himself. I do hope atheletes take a stand if they feel strongly about the issue, but boycott or mandated patches is not really the answer for me.
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