For anyone who believes in human rights, it was at best an unfortunate choice to host your sport's showcase event, but it was also nothing new. After all, the country ruled for decades by the iron fist of President Alexander Lukashenko hosted the tournament all on its own just seven years ago. And, by the IIHF's account, it was a great success — despite human rights abuses documented by Amnesty International and others prior to that tournament. … [Read more...] about Opinion: Ice Hockey Federation gets Belarus decision right, perhaps a bit late
