Does anyone else see the opportunity for awareness in the story of Alexandre Bilodeau, the Winter Olympian who won Canada's first gold medal at this years Games?
After his victory, Bilodeau stated very proudly that his brother, Frederic, had been his inspiration throughout his life and for pursuing his Olympic dream. Celebrating Olympic gold, Frederic was included every step of the way . He was included. He wasn't following along, he wasn't pulled along as some kind of token, and his disability certainly wasn't exploited. He was included. And his inclusion was real. Frederic was respected and considered as any person should be. What a message for the world to see! I wonder if anyone else got it?
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