'You know how when a dog is crippled you put his back legs in a wheelchair? I think Willie the Jackass really puts a smile on kids' faces. I drag the ass-end of the costume around the park cause I ain't got nobody to fill that spot. The back legs are crippled.' (from 'Willie the Jackass')
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker compares a costume character to a disabled dog in a wheelchair to suggest it brings joy despite its odd or tragic appearance.
- In plain terms
- He thinks the silly costume makes kids happy like a wheelchair helps a dog.
- What can you take from it?
- Odd things can still bring happiness to others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is it okay to use disability in comedy?
Another view
The comparison could be seen as insensitive.
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