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Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver celebrates LEGO’s new, inclusive character line, pushes back against those who deride it

The following is an excerpt from an op-ed written by Special Olympics Chairman Dr. Timothy Shriver titled “Is LEGO's toy diversity 'woke'? There's nothing wrong with visibility for disabilities.,” published in USA Today.
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Tennis Star Madison Keys Surprises Special Olympics New York Athlete Liza Ambrosini

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave a majority of sports and events on hold, Special Olympics launched Call To Action, an initiative to encourage our athletes to remain active and lift their spirits by surprising them with a video call from some of their favorite celebrity supporters.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Cameron Brate Surprises Special Olympics Athlete with a Special Gift

Cameron Brate, a tight end for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has supported Special Olympics throughout his career.

NFL Player Harrison Phillips Surprises Special Olympics New York Athlete

NFL Player Harrison Phillips Surprises Special Olympics New York Athlete Jacob Babcock.

Big Show Shows Up Big for Special Olympics Athletes

Big Show is one of the most decorated WWE champions in history, an actor and a Special Olympics Global Ambassador.
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Miami Dolphins Mack Hollins Makes Surprise Call to Special Olympics Athlete

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave a majority of sports and events on hold, Special Olympics launched Call To Action, an initiative to encourage our athletes to remain active and lift their spirits by surprising them with a phone call from their heroes.