Ask A Cripple

[Bebe]

Originally Posted by 264

I'm going to feel like a douche, but I'm asking anyway.

In reference to this, would you really prefer if people didn't give a shit about your handicap? I'm always annoyed by groups that call for equality but then request special treatment. Now, this isn't in reference to requiring physical aid, but more like "Don't make fun of him, he's handicapped," or "Give him the last bag of Skittles." I mean, I'd pick you up if you fell, but dude, the fucking Skittles are going with me.

Originally Posted by NoArmsJames

Yes. I want equality in all ways. Make fun of me for being handicapped! Treat me like everyone else. I don't want special treatment, just equal. And you can keep your skittles, I don't like 'em.

I wonder if you two are confusing equity and equality...?

Equity refers to being fair - so for example, giving each person what they need.
Equality, on the other hand, refers to everyone having the same, so giving everybody the same thing regardless of their specific needs.

These are often confused when people argue about fair treatment for oppressed or underrepresented groups.

James, I don't think it is possible for you to be treated equally in society because you are just too different from what is considered the norm. You have a right to expect equity though, imho.

[NoArmsJames]

Originally Posted by Bebe

I wonder if you two are confusing equity and equality...?

Equity refers to being fair - so for example, giving each person what they need.
Equality, on the other hand, refers to everyone having the same, so giving everybody the same thing regardless of their specific needs.

These are often confused when people argue about fair treatment for oppressed or underrepresented groups.

James, I don't think it is possible for you to be treated equally in society because you are just too different from what is considered the norm. You have a right to expect equity though, imho.

I think you are right, Bebe. I'd like equity.

[264]

Originally Posted by Bebe

I wonder if you two are confusing equity and equality...

Bebe, you so smart.

James, thank you for the Skittles.

[aptmunich]

Originally Posted by NoArmsJames

I don't think I meet any of those requirements. Would be fun though

I think they only need like 2 out of 5...

Come on - they're Canadian! They're far to nice to turn you down...

[NoArmsJames]

Originally Posted by aptmunich

I think they only need like 2 out of 5...

Come on - they're Canadian! They're far to nice to turn you down...

That is a good point. Canadian Space Agency here I come!

[Rhian]

Originally Posted by NoArmsJames

That is a good point. Canadian Space Agency here I come!

!

[NoArmsJames]

Originally Posted by Rhian

!

Canada will get a whole lot better once I roll across the border.

[Rhian]

Originally Posted by NoArmsJames

Canada will get a whole lot better once I roll across the border.

No doubt. I do live in the capital of the country.

[NoArmsJames]

Originally Posted by Rhian

No doubt. I do live in the capital of the country.

Are you gonna brag to everyone that you know me when your media portrays me as a national hero and the greatest Canadian alive?

[aptmunich]

You kidding? She'll start her on show on MTV:
"NoArmsJames - the man behind the space helmet".