[mark_chosenberg]

"In general, nations have been barred because of geopolitical considerations, not doping"

Right, because doping really is the sole reason for banning Russia from the games and geopolitical considerations have nothing to do with this decision at all.

[lotso]

Have you read about the sophistication of Russia's doping program? Its unprecedented.

[heartbreak]

Did you miss the part where it's only the Track and Field team? Russian athletes will still participate in many other events.