Does The Olympics Really Bring Nations Together? It's Always Claimed to In The Traditional Sense

As a highly competitive individual, I see the Olympic Games as abundantly beneficial to humanity. I see it as a way to bring nations together, and show each other that we are not really all that different. In doing so in sporting events, it allows for maximum nationalism while still uniting all humans across the planet in a common cause; the cause of the human spirit if you will. Okay so, I'd like to discuss this with you for a moment if I might.
You see, not long ago on July 25, 2012 there was a very interesting article the Wall Street Journal titled; "Olympic ideals don't match reality That," by Andrew Roberts who stated that perhaps we should; "enjoy the sports competition, but shield yourself from self-congratulation about world peace." In the article he noted that although the Olympic Games do bring nations together, there have still been wars, including two major world wars, and a myriad of military conflicts, and the Cold War during this time.
Whereas, someone might say; "it could've been worse," which is obviously true, the author does make a good point in his op-ed piece. War is a lot like competition, but I would submit to you that good clean competition beats war and conflict any time, and the Olympic Games have been nothing short of a stellar performance of human achievement, and a time of commonality where we can all come together, put aside our international tensions and compete in sports. It is great to see even the most obscure nation with an Olympic champion all to their own, perhaps in a sport we know little about.
When we see their raw emotion and sense of pride and nationalism flow outward as they take the Olympic medal, it reminds us of ourselves, and our own goals and dreams. It reminds us that we are not so far apart, even if we speak a different language, look differently, or are born in a faraway land. The Olympics brings people together for a good reason. No, it's not always perfect, and there is always controversy, but in the end it is a good thing, which few would deny.
From a historical standpoint I would say that yes, the Olympic Games have not stopped human conflict or wars, or maybe they have, maybe they've had an impact on world leaders, or made us think twice. Even if they have only prevented a few wars along the way, that's a good thing. Of course, we will never know and that is the unfortunate reality. Still, I do believe, and it does stand to common sense and reason that the Olympic Games have indeed brought us closer together. I hope they continue to do so. I ask that you please consider all this and think on it.

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