Backlash Begins as Lolo Jones Hurdles Over Bobsled Veterans to Olympic Team

It didn't take long for the criticism surrounding the choice of Lolo Jones as a member of the United States bobsled team to commence. The decision was announced Sunday; bobsled officials released a statement Thursday night defending the selection. In

Dec 27, 2013; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Former olympian Lolo Jones attending the Brooklyn Nets vs. Mileaukee Bucks game the at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit:

Dec 27, 2013; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Former olympian Lolo Jones attending the Brooklyn Nets vs. Mileaukee Bucks game the at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit:

She may win a gold medal yet. Lolo Jones, who competed in the hurdles at both the London and Beijing summer Olympic Games, was selected to join the U.S. Olympic bobsled team Sunday night, the Associated Press reports.

It's not a conspiracy. Lolo Jones worked hard and earned her spot in the Olympics.