Sidst rettet: 16. August 1996, 17:51

Rapport fra Atlanta - Paralympics

15-08-96

Her er en lille hilsen fra USAs pręsident Bill Clinton:

"It gives me great pleasure to join all americans in welcoming the athletes, officials, and spectators who have traveled to Atlanta, Georgia, for the Games og the Xth Paralymoiad.

As the premier competition for elite athletes with physical disabilities, the Paralymoic Games will bring together approximately 3.500 competitors, representing more than 127 nations, to participate in the world's largest celebration of people with disabilities. With skill and courage, these world-class athletes will put themselves to the test, exemplifying both individual accomplishment and the universal guest for excellence, equality, and dignity.

As Honorary Chair of the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games, I ask you to join me in support of this powerful demonstration af ability of people with disabilities to compete at the highest levels of athletic achievement and in celebrating the triumph of the human spirit".

Underskrevet af: Bill Clinton, USAs pręsident.