I do!
2006-12-18 08:02:34
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answer #1
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answered by XXXDirtyDirtyGirlXXX 6
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To be honest, I sometimes question the categories of people who can get handicapped stickers. Some people get stickers because of self-created problems like being too fat which creates bad joints or breathing problems. They should be walking further not less.
That being said, most people with the stickers are not lazy and would rather be able to skip into the store. If they couldn't park there they would not be able to go to the store and the store would lose money. the vast majority of what Americans buy is not a necessity so these people would stay home and only venture out for staples. having those parking spaces helps the stores.
2006-12-18 08:14:48
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answer #2
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answered by Breandan 3
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I hope you never have heart, breathing or or any other physical problems and can't walk very much. I would bet if you did you would be one of the first ones to be grateful for those spaces.
Things that you take for granted take a lot for handicapped people to do. It isn't like they want to be handicapped.
What about younger folks, 20's, 30's, 40's that have a crippling disease like polio, MS, or any other problems? They need to go shopping also, or do you just expect them to stay home and do nothing depending on someone else to do everything for them? Would you be the first one to offer to go shopping for them or do other things, I doubt it. What about other activities? They have a life and need to get out also and do things within their abilities. I love to camp and hike but am VERY limited in where I can go and how much I can do compared to what you are able to do. But I refuse to be stuck at home and if i have to go to the store I do appreciate it when I can find a handicapped space. What IRRITATES me the most are the ones that are NOT HANDICAPPED and park in the handicapped spaces. The other ones that IRRITATE me are the ones that seem to think some people are NOT handicapped just because it isn't something visible or noticeable and make snide remarks about someone NEEDING those spaces.
2006-12-18 08:51:48
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answer #3
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answered by trollwzrd 3
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i understand your point of view on this issue. however, that does not mean that i agree with it. yes, handicapped people have been asked to be treated equally but they are handicapped nonetheless. they know it and sometimes it can be really hard on them. i think it's fine for there to be handicapped spaces. it makes an already difficult life for these people just a little easier. how would you feel if there were no spaces whatsoever and you had to walk, using crutches or some other method all the way from the street to the store? and then, how would you feel coming back with all the bags you may have, having to go back all that distance? i think it's wrong of you to judge other people in such a way and im sorry that you're so self-centered that instead of thinking about someone who really needs the extra help, even if THEY dont want to admit it, you onlt think about yourself. thank you for showing me why every other country in the world pretty much hates us right now. i agree with the person who answered this question first: i hope you get injured so that you can see what it's like to have to live like that.
2006-12-18 08:10:24
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answer #4
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answered by Danie M 1
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K I see both sides since I work with people with disabilities as a job, and have some phsical disabilities myself. I don't use those spaces because I usually would rather walk a little farther. Some people can only walk a few feet, and don't walk around the store, just stay in one area. Others can only be outside for very short times and in a parking lot packed, they would be in big trouble before they got to the store, some have to choose between using their energy to walk tothe store from the car, or buy their food in the store. It gives independence so that some can actually be in the comunity. Sometimes I have had to use those since I need more room to get out wheelchairs and my walker out of the car. The regular spaces don't always have enough room, there are so many reasons why people need them that they put them in front to cover those who need to be close. It is overused by many though and gives the wrong impression to onlookers. I have to add though, it isn't always obvious why someone is there, I have gotten lectured before parking there and people looking at me, seeing I am young and assuming I am misussing it when in fact I was picking up someone from a location that couldn't walk farther, and someone with epilepsy that appeared ok, but in the sun more than a few minutes would have a seizure and get hurt falling in the parking lot. The reasons are too multiple to name, and often aren't obvious, but there are refer to the ADA(americans with disabilities act) among other documents, that list the reasons in detail. It does include people that are elderly, and many stores now have pregnant mother parking as well, as seperate elderly parking. People with disabilities want to be treated like others, but need some help too, including ramps, and accessible places as well, without, they aren't able to go anywhere and the need is seldome clear unless you need it.
2016-03-13 08:17:13
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answered by Susan 3
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Yeah, sure. We will put up signs at the parking lots that state, HEALTHY PEOPLE TOO LAZY TO WALK AND EXTRA 50 FT. Next we can work on eliminating handicapped stalls in restrooms, tear down all handicapped ramps and entrances and what the hell lets just do away with all handicapped laws. I think all the retailers would agree, dont you.
2006-12-18 08:09:14
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answer #6
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answered by Anonymous
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As a person who has back problems and lives alone, I use those close spots because some days I can barely walk. Those spaces save me from having to pay somebody to go to the store for me.
2006-12-18 08:48:51
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answered by saucyv_1 1
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Yes, I'm sure there are other jerks out there like you. But hopefully they are few and far between.
2006-12-18 08:08:48
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answer #8
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answered by eharrah1 5
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I am a handicap person and I say SHUT THE HELL UP!!!!!!!!! if I were I cop I would arrest you and put you in jail for life
2006-12-18 11:30:00
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answer #9
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answered by NONAME 5
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you sound like the person i call the cops on when they park in the hc space.i need to use this space i wish i did not i would love to be able to walk across the parking lot,a**hole.
2006-12-18 08:33:29
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answer #10
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answered by bstcrpntr 2
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