Not sure how I feel about this idea.

[Sheldonrs]

When I first read the headline, I thought it was a stupid, cruel idea. But after reading the article, I'm not so sure.
Maybe it would be better to have these contestants participate on an already estblished show, but is this a start for acceptance or exploitation? The title for the show is disgustingly cruel.

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Dutch shock at proposed dating show for 'visibly disfigured'
Last updated at 12:48pm on 24th January 2007

The Netherlands, the country that has pioneered reality shows like "Big Brother", is planning a new first - a dating programme for the visibly disfigured.


The broadcaster SBS 6 is seeking candidates for its "Love at Second Sight" show due to be launched in February.

"Do you have a visible serious handicap and are you looking for a partner?" says an appeal on its Web site.

"The programme is a platform for people with such problems to share experiences and feelings in a positive way with the rest of the Netherlands and to show that they are absolutely not pitiful," the broadcaster said.

"The main aim of the programme is to remove prejudice about these people, to create more acceptance and respect and, of course, to find the love of their lives."

But the majority of Dutch viewers are turned off by the show that was initially set to be called "Monster Love".

A poll by the mass circulation De Telegraaf daily showed 85 percent do not like the idea, with only 9 percent in favour.