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Old 10-16-2008, 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by sharkiz1 View Post
Yes I saw your post. I believe you but that doesn't make her an expert on autism. I doubt that at, what, 5 months, he has been diagnosed with autism. And besides, her husband and kids probably have more real experience with her sons problems as a child with downs. I don't mean this as a put down of her for not being with the child since I believe her husband and daughters can do a good job with Trig. I just think McCain was stretching with his comments. And it is obvious that they all adore him. (he is a cutey for sure)
I don't think McCain said she was an autism expert. . .just that it's an important issue for her and that she understands the issues regarding autism and special needs children.

The OP asked if she had some special understanding or interest in the subject, and that answer is yes.
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