A politician is advocating for the legalization of “dwarf tossing” in Melbourne.
However, residents of Victoria shouldn’t anticipate such events in their capital city anytime soon.
The movement is gaining traction in a city of the same name located in the US state of Florida, aiming to create employment opportunities for little people.
Republican Ritch Workman introduced the proposed legislation this week, as reported by the Palm Beach Post, which cited his statement: “In this economy, or any economy, why would we want to prevent people from getting gainful employment?”
Mr. Workman also referred to the ban on dwarf tossing as “an example of Big Brother government.”
Typically, the bar attraction entails competitors throwing dwarfs dressed in padded clothing onto mattresses or against Velcro-covered walls.
“I would never compel anyone to pursue this type of employment or pay to witness it,” Mr. Workman stated.
“I find it repugnant and foolish. Nonetheless, it is not the state’s concern if an individual wishes to participate in such an activity.”
Nevertheless, members of Little People of America expressed their reservations about what the Post described as “a Leave No Tossed Dwarf Behind bill.”
Robert Van Etten, an engineering consultant stated, “The individuals who were thrown often had low self-esteem and were struggling with alcoholism. Many sustained injuries. One even took their own life.”
David Dodge, a computer network consultant cautioned, “The risk of paralysis is significant. Being used as an object for entertainment is extremely degrading.”
Although it is alleged to have originated in Australia, the exact beginnings of dwarf tossing remain unclear. The practice was prohibited in Florida following the death of a participant.
by Vandas Voice