The Responsibility of Torch Bearing

It is a time-honored Olympic tradition: passing the torch around the world from one runner to another, until it reaches the Olympic venue and lights the Olympic flame that burns for the duration of the games. It is a real privilege to carry the torch, and only a select few can be chosen for the honor. Each runner has a few simple tasks: run a few miles with the torch, try not to stumble, avoid …

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