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In reply to the discussion: GOP senator says Special Olympics cuts will not be approved [View all]SWBTATTReg
(22,114 posts)19. Cruel. Oftentimes, families w/ special needs kids can't afford much else, since so much of ...
their income goes to helping their special needs kid(s), as well as the rest of the family.
The Special Olympics is a way to honor and cherish these kids and their families too, for their struggle and efforts. They deserve it.
I remember when my folks found out my disability was that I was profoundly hard of hearing ... they could only afford only 1 hearing aid (I needed two) but they did the best they could (amazing too, with 3 other kids (my siblings)).
I commend Mr. Blunt for his statement in support of the Special Olympics.
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The Defense Dept. apparently has a billion to spare for the wall. Cut their budget by a billion.
Shrike47
Mar 2019
#9
Five Trump trips to Mar-a-Lago would cover Betsy Devos's proposed Special Olympics cuts
progressoid
Mar 2019
#11
This shows just how cruel and out of touch this entire administration really is.
redstatebluegirl
Mar 2019
#13
Cruel. Oftentimes, families w/ special needs kids can't afford much else, since so much of ...
SWBTATTReg
Mar 2019
#19
That's good, but it's because he has a special interest in it. It makes money for his state.
Honeycombe8
Mar 2019
#25