Lopez Lomong chosen as American flag bearer at Beijing Olympics (Sudanese)

LA Times ^ | August 6, 2008 | Philip Hersh

[SMCC1]

The Sudanese 'Lost Boy' refugee will lead the U.S. contingent in the opening ceremony Friday at the 2008 Games.

Lomong is a member of Team Darfur, co-founded by Olympic speed skater Joey Cheek. Cheek had his visa to enter China revoked by the Chinese government Tuesday.

http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-olyflagbearer7-2008aug07,0,796873.story

[hole_n_one]

That’ll show ‘em!

[Carling]

It would be hard to find an athlete to better represent this great country. From a “Lost Boy” to an Olympian, all because of the unlimited opportunity and freedom that this nation offers.

A fantastic choice. Go USA!!

[A6M3]

Could not have made a better choice.

[lesser_satan]

BWAHAHAHA!!! AWESOME choice, stick it right in the ChiComms’ eye!

[blam]

[dfwgator]

And just remember, under no circumstances do you dip our flag in front of those ChiCom bastards.

[Billthedrill]

"This is the most exciting day ever in my life," Lomong said. "It's a great honor for me that my teammates chose to vote for me. I'm here as an ambassador of my country, and I will do everything I can to represent my country well."

My.
Country.

BTT.