We all know one of the most basic rules of the Internet is: do not feed the trolls. But rules don't apply when you're the Terminator.
Arnold Schwarzenegger recently attended the Special Olympic World Games, and shared a video of himself with some of the athletes - captioning it 'so inspired by the athletes I'm meeting at Special Olympics World Games 2017 in Austria.'
While most people who saw the post - over 28 thousand, in fact - liked it. There's always one, isn't there?
In this case, one commenter wrote: 'The Special Olympics makes no sense. The Olympics are for the best athletes in the entire world to compete against each other to determine who is the best. Having retards competing is doing the opposite!'
Credit: Facebook/Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Arnie took the opportunity to school the idiot, replying: "As stupid and evil as this comment is, I'm not going to delete or ban you (yet) because it's a teachable moment. You have two possible paths ahead. Right now, I guarantee you that these athletes have more courage, compassion, brains, skill - actually more of every positive human quality than you. So take their path - you could learn from them and try to challenge yourself, to give back, to add something from the world. Or you can stay on your path, and keep being a sad, pitiful, jealous internet troll who adds nothing to the world but mocks anyone who does out of small-minded jealousy. I know what you really want is attention, so let me be clear: if you choose to keep going this way, no one will ever remember you."
After his comment, Arnie was flooded with messages praising him. One wrote: "As someone who works for Special Olympics in PA, I can't thank you enough for this post. We need more people supporting our movement and showcasing the abilities and incredible spirit of our Athletes. They are amazing people with many talents and Special Olympics provides an opportunity for these people to demonstrate their skills to a world that might otherwise never acknowledge them. If you're ever in Philadelphia, Mr. Schwarzenegger, let us know. Our Athletes would love to welcome you!"
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Another wrote: "As a mother of a child with special needs who loves sport and competing, can I add a heartfelt thank you; children who already face an uphill battle living their daily lives need a champion like you. Every time you stand up to the idiots who vent their spite and ignorance on a public forum you are making my son's life just that little bit easier. Thank you again!"
Nicely done, Arnie.
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