"Having Down syndrome is like being born normal. I am just like you and you are just like me. We are all born in different ways, that is the way I can describe it. I have a normal life."
"I want to be a professional."
Source: Seattle (Chief) (1980). “How can one sell the air?: the manifesto of an Indian chief”, Book Publishing Company (TN)
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Chris Burke
Actor
Chris Burke is an actor and advocate known for his role in 'Life Goes On', where he portrayed a character with Down syndrome, promoting awareness and acceptance.
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