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Intellectual disability, like other disabilities, are a popular subject matter for simple

off-color jokes, circulated through the media or by word of mouth. The disability is frequently referenced by mentioning the Special Olympics. In 2002, the United States Postal Service issued a postage stamp honoring the Special Olympics. The 2005 film The Ringer, about a man who pretends to be intellectually disabled in order to cheat at the Special Olympics, was made with the approval of Special Olympics.

The Special Olympics was founded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver in 1962. Shriver's sister with an intellectual disability, the late Rosemary Kennedy, is often credited as her inspiration to create Special Olympics. The Special Olympics originally conducted a series of sports camps known as Camp Shriver,

On October 30, 2004, President George W. Bush signed into law the "Special Olympics Sport and Empowerment Act," Public Law 108-406. The bill authorized funding for its Healthy Athletes, Education, and Worldwide Expansion programs. Co-sponsored by Representatives Roy Blunt (R-MO), and Steny Hoyer (D-MD), and Senators Rick Santorum (R-PA) and Harry Reid (D-NV), the bills were passed by unanimous consent in both chambers.

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Special Olympics Oregon - Inspire GreatnessMission statement, state events, contacts and an online newsletter. More

OregonSpecial Olympics Oregon 5901 SW Macadam, Suite 100 Portland, OR 97239 www.soor.org +1 (503) 248-0600 +1 (800) 452-6079 (toll-free in Oregon). More

Oregon Youth GamesInspired by this mission, Special Olympics Oregon (USA) designed the Program's first Youth Games presented by NikeGO. More than 1200 children and their. More

Volunteer with Special Olympics Oregon - Portland, ORSpecial Olympics Oregon is located in Portland, Oregon. More

Volunteer with Special Olympics Oregon, Jackson County - Talent, ORSpecial Olympics Oregon, Jackson County is located in Talent, Oregon. More

Special Olympics Oregon Regional Games at Hillsboro - OregonLive.comOn Saturday, June 9, top athletes from Oregon's Special Olympics softball and bocce teams will square off at Hillsboro Stadium as they take the final steps. More

Special Olympics come to Hillsboro June 29 - July 1 - OregonLive.comHe will be among thousands of Special Olympians competing at Hillsboro Stadium, Liberty High School, Quail Valley Golf Course and Oregon Gymnastics Academy.. More

Law Enforcement Torch Run Oregon HOME PAGEPam won the 2007 FLHT Electra Glide Harley-Davidson Raffle benefiting Special Olympics Oregon. The winning ticket was pulled by Special Olympics Oregon. More

Law Enforcement Torch Run Oregon FAQLaw Enforcement Torch Run is the running of the torch throughout the state before Summer Games to raise awareness of and funds for Special Olympics Oregon.. More

City of Tigard > News > Tigard Police Participating In Oregon. Tigard Police Participating In Oregon Special Olympics Fundraiser. On Saturday, September 29th a fundraiser to benefit Oregon Special Olympics will take. More

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Over two million athletes of all ages are involved in Special Olympics sports programs in more than 150 countries. The organization offers year-round training and competition in 26 Olympic-type summer and winter sports. There is no charge to participate in Special Olympics. Events are geared to accommodate a variety of levels of ability so that athletes can compete with others who have similar capabilities. Oath is "Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt."

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