They are not objects of pity or «poor people» or inspirational tales. (rachelheldevans.com)
Despite his seemingly good deeds, Lewis was often roundly criticized by disability rights groups who felt the show presented those afflicted with MD — who Lewis referred to as «my kids» — disrespectfully and as objects of pity. (canadianbusiness.com)
The book is outward looking too, exploring characters» reactions to their husbands» deaths and the responses of those around the women, rather than depicting any of them as objects of pity. (bookbrowse.com)