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Originally Posted by ownedbycats
Privilege is not needing to think about being immunosuppressed. So, yes.
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Privilege is not having to use a text to speech device to read this thread.
Privilege is not having to use a text to Braille scanner to read your textbooks.
Privilege is not having to manoeuvre your wheel chair into a handicapped stall.
Privilege is being able to speak without needing assistive technology.
Privilege is being able to feed yourself.
Privilege is being able to hike up the Grouse Grind.
A good part of my employment is working with people who use various forms of assistive technology to use computers and technology in general. When I look at them, I feel privileged to be able to help them but I do not feel that I, personally, am privileged. Lucky yes since I feel that I came out on the winning side of the genetic lottery.