Being female isn’t a disability

I wonder if Rich Myhre is living in this century. His report on McKenna Dahl sure makes it seem not so, with comments like: Being “female” is among reasons she should probably shouldn’t be a terrific sharpshooter. (March 1 article, “Local sharpshooter is right on target.“)

Wow, she competed against some boys and beat them! Think of that, a 14-year-old female. Is there some male strength requirement for winning at sharpshooting? Females shouldn’t be able to compete against males?

Mr. Myhre, you need to get over the “males are better than females” syndrome. You have much to learn.

Marilyn Fisken
Brier

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