The Paralympics is one of the largest sporting events in the world, and the largest showcase for disabled athletes. This has concluded last week in Vancouver and flew under the radar with little to no media coverage.
The 2010 games were not broadcasted on any major television outlets and was only available to watch in the U.S. via the internet and select highlights on NBC.
The Paralympics are an important event which should raise awarness across the globe about those with disabilities and their rights. This is a tremendous event with extraordinary athletes. The media should broadcast these games and let the whole world see how talented these athletes with severe disabilities are.
Since there are so many misconceptions and stereotypes of those with disabilities, the Paralympics is an important event to show the world that these people are talented beings and able to accomplish spectacular feats. It is an injustice to the handicapped population to not broadcast the Paralympics.
Hopefully, in future years there will be enough protest and public uprising to have the games more visible and talked about in the media.
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