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506. What Is Sportswashing (and Does It Work)?

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Unpacking Sportswashing

This chapter investigates the phenomenon of sportswashing in relation to major sporting events, examining its dual impact on international perception and local morale in nations with poor human rights records. Through historical examples and contemporary case studies, it critiques the political efficacy of such strategies while highlighting the contrary effects of increased scrutiny and visibility.

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