Do you think requiring excellent physical health of contestants on “The Apprentice” is discriminatory?
Asked at Borders, 700 N.H. on February 10, 2005
“Sure. I think that is discriminatory. People with disabilities are successful in business all the time. The show just wants people who are pretty to look at.”
— Don Martin, retired investor, Lawrence
“Of course it is. They are looking for intelligence and the ability to succeed in the business world. I don't think Donald Trump is exactly in excellent physical health.”
— Melanie Cooper, care assistant, Lawrence
“If that is the only reason that they are rejected, then that isn't fair.”
— Brenda White, consultant, Tucson, Ariz.
“No. It's their show. They can do whatever they want. When Bill Rancic came last fall, he discussed the grueling pace and the demanding physical challenges on the show.”
— Benjamin Simon, Kansas University senior, Lawrence