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“Technically I can get out of my wheelchair and crawl around and do things, but when I've traveled and they've lost my wheelchair in transit, I feel like I need to be bound to it. My functionality and autonomy are often bound to this.”

Quote by Zach Anner

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Zach Anner is an American comedian known for his unique sense of humor and unwavering attitude towards life. Born on November 17, 1984, he has osteogenesis imperfecta, which has become the source of inspiration for many of his comedic works. Anner is renowned for his personal YouTube channel, where he shares stories about his life, social commentary, and comedy performances. more

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