Issue 21

Ystyriaeth feirniadol o arwyddocâd moesegol chwaraeon rhyngwladol (A critical evaluation of the morality of international sport)

In this paper we challenge the idea that nationalism in general, and sporting displays of nationalism in particular, are morally problematic. Whilst sporting displays of nationalism are often accompanied by ethnocentric and jingoistic tendencies, it does not follow that such competition is inherently problematic. By drawing on liberal nationalist philosophy, we argue that accepting and celebrating particular cultural and national ties represent a fundamental step towards encouraging an international and cosmopolitan mindset. Moreover, we argue that international sport has significant potential in stimulating meaningful cultural conversations, both within and between national communities.

Keywords

Nationalism, ethics, national sports, cosmopolitan, national identity, culture.

Reference

Iorwerth, H. a Jones, C. (2016), 'Ystyriaeth feirniadol o arwyddocâd moesegol chwaraeon rhyngwladol', Gwerddon, 21, 65–81. https://doi.org/10.61257/CWXY8866 

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