Migrants, the Olympics, and Community Voices

This chapter explores the hardships faced by Haitian migrants in Tijuana, connecting their struggles to broader issues of exploitation tied to the Olympics and urban gentrification. It critiques the commercialization of the Games while reflecting on their original ideals of inclusivity and anti-fascism, drawing on historical protests and the need for community resources like libraries. The discussion blends nostalgia for the Olympics with a call for reimagining sports and societal values to better serve the working class.