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The athlete with Down syndrome, noticing the sadness of his defeated opponent, immediately ran up to him and raised his hand up.

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1.5k pts6h

Jokes on you I wanted to cry today

194 pts6h

I'm not crying...I never cry, so it's fine

79 pts6h

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87 pts5h

Can you imagine what our world be like if everyone was like this? I mean, we'd still be eating bugs and roots, but we'd be the happiest, most peaceful and supportive MFs in the universe.

38 pts5h

We're eating bugs and roots today anyway.

6 pts4h

So few people know how many bugs are ground up in every day foods. Coffee especially

7 pts3h

Right...May Contain Eggs.... You know if you put eggs in something or not. They're warning you something else put eggs in there.

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28 pts5h

My old neighbor Issac... He'd come running with his plastic shovel whenever I was out clearing snow after a storm. He never quite understood the strategy but he always gave 110% and paid close attention. I'll never forget the way he'd come running like a superhero. Miss you little buddie

13 pts5h

What is this salty discharge?

18 pts5h

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376 pts6h

Heartwarming feelings aside,

I wonder what the proposal meeting was like when someone was proposed: "Let's have people with down syndrome fight each other"

649 pts6h

Or is it that they both trained in their martial arts and wanted to fight to test themselves as every other practitioner does if they wish?

122 pts3h

It's such an absurd take. Special needs people have been participating and competing in sports for as long as sports... cuz people like to play sports, special needs or no.

What a weird comment to be the second highest voted comment in the thread. It's as confusing as it is insulting.

38 pts2h

No need to be insulted - the average person is not an expert on down syndrome and the genomic/biological differences resulting therefrom. For example:

"Atlantoaxial Instability (AAI): Many individuals with Down syndrome have increased ligamentous laxity (looseness), which can lead to AAI—an excessive movement of the top two vertebrae in the neck. High-impact or collision activities that strain the neck (like wrestling, tackle football, or heavy contact sports) can raise the risk of spinal cord injury."

That said:

"Adapted and Monitored Activities: Sports like swimming, basketball, track, skiing, judo, and modified fitness training (including supervised non-contact boxing programs like Down to Box that focus on balance and coordination) are often encouraged as safe ways to build strength and confidence."

So perhaps, rather find such comments insulting, see them as an opportunity to educate the populace at large. I'm certainly learning as a result of this thread.

8 pts2h

Well said, I think the polarization of political discourse has added grit to unrelated discussions.

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11 pts3h

Imagine sanctioning a sports league where people with disabilities compete on a level playing field against each other. Sounds ridiculous. I'm sure it will never become a thing.

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137 pts6h

Judo and Karate are in the Special Olympics

58 pts5h

I got a laugh out of that (a bunch of evil rich folk coming up with ways to mock the people beneath them), but I think the more realistic scenario was "We should let people with Down Syndrome fight if they want to," in the tournament context.

49 pts5h

Disabled people can have interests and participate in sport too my dude

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30 pts5h

“Let’s have people with Down syndrome kick balls at each other”

Oh you mean play soccer like everyone else is allowed to do without being judged or having snide shit said about them.

If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.

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23 pts5h

Yeah, just look at the normies letting downies fight for fun, eh?

Of course they should be able to compete in martial arts like everyone else. 🙄

14 pts5h

https://youtube.com/shorts/keAuK1jO05I?is=-8nsl0i53G0IiZ5X

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13 pts5h

I sincerely doubt that was the framing. People with Down Syndrome may have a genuine interest in combat sports like any person without Down Syndrome. But for a variety of reasons may be unable to compete in a more traditional circuit.

Is the Special Olympics about getting a bunch of disabled people to run around, or is it about offering a space for disabled people to follow their ambitions in a safe way?

11 pts5h

Do you think people with down syndrome shouldn't be allowed to compete in sports?

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8 pts4h

You have been grossly warped by the internet.

These people are allowed to compete in something that they like. Also, special Olympics exists.

Not everything is some nefarious plot to uncover.

7 pts2h

They're not pets and they're not fighting for your entertainment.

People with down syndrome can choose their own hobbies and careers.

Get over yourself. Asshole.

5 pts5h

Does this look like a netflix boxing match to you?

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184 pts6h

Weird title. They both have Down syndrome.

48 pts5h

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102 pts6h

It's such a ridiculous name for that medical diagnosis. I've only seen uplifting things from them. Not a single down thing about them. ♥

93 pts6h

An unfortunate naming by the diagnosing physician, Dr John Langdon Down.

But yes, beautiful awesome spirits, for sure.

77 pts6h

"You ever think what a coincidence it is that Lou Gehrig died of Lou Gehrig's disease?"

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9 pts6h

It's called that because they're totally down with their homies

7 pts5h

An awful lot of genetic disorders are named after the scientists that studied or discovered them. Dr Down was the guy who studied and categorised this syndrome, which can also be called trisomy 21.

7 pts5h

Better than naming them after the people from Mongolia.

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37 pts5h

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a person with down’s syndrome that was a shitty, devious person..seems like we’re the ones who are handicapped when it comes to the things that really count

10 pts3h

They're human beings. They need to be taught "no means no", "don't touch that", and "use your indoor voice" like any other person.

They need to group up in a therapeutic and supportive environment to grow into good people. But yes, most are agreeable and fun loving.

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7 pts3h

check out the documentary 'Jefftowne'

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17 pts6h

They're the chosen ones. The lucky few who stay innocent and have empathy. Don't feel the burden of the absurdity of the modern adult world and succumb to it's temptations and evils . How we all started off in life but all eventually lost.

16 pts3h

this is the "inspirationally disadvantaged" trope brought to life. it's insulting how you infantilize them.

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9 pts4h

without trying to sound bad, it totally depends. On our city, we had a case where the person in question was really problematic, sexual assaults every other week, really bad guy, he was actually evil and he would laugh. Of course you can argue that he doesnt understand, but trust me, you could see that he -at least- understood what he was doing.

6 pts1h

This is both incorrect and belittling at the same time. It's clear any experience you've had with this population was viewed from a distance

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18 pts5h

I’ve coached special olympians and they make your job so easy. Half the battle of a coach is getting your players ready to play. Special olympians or just special needs players? Nah. They’ll give you 200% right off the bat.

They are honestly the perfect athletes.

15 pts5h

Up syndrome

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9 pts5h

Dude doesn't even hesitate! What an awesome competitor and true example of sportsmanship.

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