Does the public have the right to criticize an Olympian’s weight?
Seems to me that the obvious answer is "no," but I thought I'd throw it out there for discussion:
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Lol! Read John Feinstein's new Olympic swimmer book "Mystery At The Olympics, Rush For The Gold" The story is about this unfair attention and sponsorships given to extremely great looking athletes. The book is about 4th-5th grade reading level so you can get through it quickly. It was a little hoky but I enjoyed it and am adding it to my injured student's library.
I think it's in poor taste to publicly discuss an athlete or any public figures weight issues. If Leisel asks for our opinion it would be okay to give it, otherwise it's not up for discussion. I assume Leisel has been sent to London to swim as fast as she can, not be a swimsuit model.
Lol! Read John Feinstein's new Olympic swimmer book "Mystery At The Olympics, Rush For The Gold" The story is about this unfair attention and sponsorships given to extremely great looking athletes. The book is about 4th-5th grade reading level so you can get through it quickly. It was a little hoky but I enjoyed it and am adding it to my injured student's library.
I think it's in poor taste to publicly discuss an athlete or any public figures weight issues. If Leisel asks for our opinion it would be okay to give it, otherwise it's not up for discussion. I assume Leisel has been sent to London to swim as fast as she can, not be a swimsuit model.
