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iBlah said:
this last one is not really a funny picture, just thought it was an interesting read.

The relevant Wikipedia article suggests that she was NOT a plumber but a social worker, although she also apparently was involved in sanitation.  Although I did not see specific evidence against it, it seems unlikely the account of the toolbox, dog, etc. are true and representative of her incredibly courageous work.  She also worked with a couple dozen others, which explains how she was able to save 12 children a week. 

This isn't nearly as bad (inaccurate) as a lot of the other "inspirational" stories I see circulating, but it still hurts me to see anything like this that can't get its facts straight.  I feel it's a disservice not only to the readers but also to the people like Irena Sendler who are supposedly being honored.  (Or, as in this case, used to take a political cheap shot.) 

I'm sure you didn't know that when you posted it; I hope that, knowing it, you won't. 



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