Super Powers

As I watched the women’s individual all-around gymnastics medal ceremony tonight, I couldn’t resist drawing the pseudo-obvious connection between the placements and the evolution of the global superpowers over the past decade. In second place, the Russians, stabilizing but faded. In first, the U.S., currently enjoying its own moment in the sun. And in third, the rising Chinese, whom have an opportunity to become a huge force in the world as they evolve.