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July 21, 2021

Tokyo Olympic Events Start Even as Head of Organizing Committee Puts Games in Doubt
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In Japan, even as some sporting events have already started, the head of
the Tokyo Olympics organizing committee did not rule out a last-minute
cancellation of the games as COVID-19 cases continue to rise. Meanwhile,
deaf-blind swimmer Becca Meyers has withdrawn from the Paralympic Games
after being denied the right to be accompanied by her personal care
assistant due to new COVID restrictions. Three-time U.S. gold medalist
Meyers said, "In 2021, why, as a disabled person, am I still fighting
for my rights?"


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