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Thesis: Although recently many people doubt whether the IOC is still capable of promoting its original mandate, I firmly believe that it is well able to upholdits core values of “A way of life based on the joy of effort, the educational value of good example, social responsibility and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles” since many people dream about becoming an athlete and goal to compete in the Olympics, because the Olympics allow a chance of growth and harmony where it is held, and considering that the majority of athletes who compete at the Olympics desire a fair and clean competition.

Main argument 1: Numerous people start the dream of becoming an athlete by virtue of watching impressive moments at the Olympic games.

  • There are countless numbers of well-known athletes who first started their dream watching the Olympics.
  • Because of the existence of the Olympics, young athletes can set a clear goal; to prove themselves at the Olympic games. (essay article #9) “As we look forward to celebrating the 30th anniversary of the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles this summer, we’re proud that its legacy continues to support the next generation of young athletes,”(LA84 Foundation President, Executive member of the IOC, Anita L.DeFrantz)

Main argument 2: The Olympics allow a valuable chance of growth and harmony where the games are held.

  • People from all over the world stay in one city during the Olympic games. By having such diversity during the games, it is definitely clear that the host country will learn social responsibility and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles along with its citizens and visitors as well.
  • Korea is a great example which certainly benefited economically during the 88 Seoul Olympics.

Main argument 3: While some claim that the Olympics has already lost its purpose referring to the recent drug test results, the majority of athletes who compete at the Olympics desire a fair and clean game.

  • It is absurd to claim that the Olympics can no longer promote its original core values because a small number of participants who cheat. Still the majority of people play clean and prove themselves at the Olympic games.
  • The IOC is relentlessly producing methods that would provide a fair competition for all participants. As time passes by, the number of those who cheat will certainly be curbed. (Essay article #1)