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GoodFellows: Conversations from the Hoover Institution

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Olympics, Education, and Modern Beliefs

This chapter delves into the inclusion of flag football in the 2028 Summer Olympics and the broader debate surrounding Olympic sports. It reflects on educational experiences at West Point, emphasizing the significance of mathematics and its relevance in understanding the world. The discussion also explores the resurgence of superstition and the fascination with astrology in contemporary society, linking these trends to feelings of loneliness and disconnection.

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