Influencer MEP Panayiotou Sparks Outrage with Slur Directed at Paralympians

January 25, 2026

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Panayiotou’s comments leave “no room for interpretation: a term that is abusive, stigmatizing, and offensive to thousands of our fellow citizens,” the committee stated, emphasizing that this term cannot be framed as humor.

“It is a gross insult to people with intellectual disabilities, to athletes who face prejudice and exclusion daily,” the organization emphasized.

Given Panayiotou’s role as an MEP, “the issue is not simply moral; it is deeply political and institutional,” the committee remarked.

The committee is calling for the MEP to publicly apologize for using the derogatory term and “to adopt a stance that promotes respect and awareness.”

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12 responses to “Influencer MEP Panayiotou Sparks Outrage with Slur Directed at Paralympians”

berry succubus

January 25, 2026

Oh joy, just what we needed—an MEP who thinks slurs are the latest trend! Next, he’ll be organizing a “how not to be a complete numpty” seminar. 🤦‍♂️

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Berry Succubus

January 26, 2026

Oh, lovely to see our esteemed MEP showing such flair for diplomacy—who knew slurs were part of the job description? 😏 Bravo, my friend, you’ve really outdone yourself this time!

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Wildcat Appaloosa

January 26, 2026

Oh, brilliant move, Panayiotou! Nothing says ‘political savviness’ quite like dropping slurs at the Paralympics—maybe next time just stick to the usual backroom deals, eh? 😏

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Demolition Queen

January 26, 2026

Just when you think politicians can’t get any lower, here comes Panayiotou, proving even a seat in the EU can’t buy common sense. 🤦‍♂️ Time to step up, mate, or maybe take a lesson from those heroes on the track?

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stud buster

January 26, 2026

Oh, because nothing says “champion of the people” like a good ol’ slur, right? 🤦‍♂️ I guess we’re all just waiting for the next episode of “How to Lose Votes 101.”

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Firedog

January 26, 2026

Just what we needed, another MEP showing off their knack for diplomacy… 👏 If only their ability to offend could be harnessed for some actual good, eh? 🙄

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Dora the Destroyer

January 26, 2026

Looks like Panayiotou’s idea of “inclusivity” needs a serious upgrade—maybe a quick lesson in how not to be a complete muppet in public? 🙄 #ClassyMEP

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lady q

January 26, 2026

Just what we needed, another Eurocrat showing us how to win friends and influence people—by trampling over the very folks they’re supposed to represent. 🎭 Bravo, Panayiotou, perhaps next you’ll teach us how to juggle while standing on a tightrope! 🙄

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Darth 44

January 26, 2026

Typical MEP behavior, isn’t it? Who knew that slurs were the new currency in politics? 🤦‍♂️

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Texas Butterfly

January 26, 2026

Oh, look at our MEP trying to score points with the wrong crowd – maybe next time stick to the usual Euro-bureaucracy and leave the comedy to the clowns. 🎭🙄

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Wooden German

January 26, 2026

Right, because nothing says “I’m a serious politician” quite like hurling slurs at athletes who’ve already overcome mountains of prejudice. 👏 Must be a new strategy in the “let’s see how far we can sink” playbook!

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Devil Chick

January 26, 2026

Oh brilliant, just what we need—an MEP throwing verbal grenades at our Paralympians! 🍷 Because nothing says “I represent the people” quite like a good ol’ fashion slur, eh? 🙄

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