What kind of questions? Are we talking about anatomy & physiology or attitude towards disability.
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Replying to @HPluckrose
If "normal" or "abled" is understood as a social construct, you can ask what effects it has. E.g. pressure to present as abled.
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Replying to @fronxer @HPluckrose
…Instead of accepting it as a given, unquestionable, universal reference point.
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Replying to @fronxer
People must have the right not accept treatment which could bring them closer to that point, of course. But also to be offered it.
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Replying to @HPluckrose
I think we're having a hard time talking about this because we're using different mental models.
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Replying to @fronxer
Probably. I'm mostly interested in equality, rights & freedom but this includes the freedom to think abt ableism as you see fit.
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Replying to @HPluckrose
Ok. So if I think that ableism is a kind of oppression that ought to be reduced, that's also cool with you?
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Replying to @fronxer
Absolutely! My current causes are Right to Die, services for the elderly, epilepsy accommodation & support for ppl with OCD.
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Replying to @HPluckrose
Then maybe I didn't actually understand your criticism of anti-oppressive work that's highly influenced by postmodern thinking
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Replying to @fronxer
:) I don't mind what it's influenced by provided it's compatible with universal human rights, equality & freedom.
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eg, I'm very critical of Christianity but I'll work with a church group here helping elderly people get to the shops, hairdresser etc.
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