Oscar Pistorius and the Olympics, what is the problem?


Should Oscar Pistorius the South African double amputee, paralympic champion (pictured above) be allowed to compete in the olympics?

Is he at a disadvantage or an advantage? Let me know what you think.

Check out this link: http://www.nytimes.com/2007/05/15/sports/othersports/15runner.html

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