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[LotR] Why would Elrond allow Boromir, a man who has clearly shown interest in the Ring, to join the Fellowship?

I know that Boromir was a noble man and an excellent fighter, but still... This is a quest that's already borderline impossible, and it seems like a massive risk.
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Politics - Boromir was the rightful representative of the Kingdoms of Men, sent personally by the Steward of Gondor.  Elrond had no authority to prevent the Fellowship from forming nor does he control its composition - hence why Merry and Pip are allowed to join with a minimum of consternation.