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Mister Ed

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2. I guess I'll say it: Down Syndrome is caused by the presence of an extra chromosome.

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Sat May 17, 2025, 06:29 AM

May 17

I know a woman who has that condition. She and her parents have heroically met the health challenges that it has presented throughout her life, but they do not boast that it makes them superior to others.

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Putin's peace talks negotiator claimed Russians have extra chromosome [View all] 4th May 17 OP

The fucking stupid gene? SheltieLover May 17 #1

I guess I'll say it: Down Syndrome is caused by the presence of an extra chromosome. Mister Ed May 17 #2

That explain's Putin's Ukrainian 'military exercise' that was. supposed to last only 2 weeks. brush May 17 #3

I can't wait until Trump and his MAGAts start making the same claim. GoCubsGo May 17 #4