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Related: About this forumBernie unveils his disability rights platform (xpost from GD-P)
https://berniesanders.com/issues/fighting-for-disability-rights/The Americans with Disabilities Act established a clear national mandate that we as a nation have a moral responsibility to ensure that all Americans have access to the programs and the support needed to contribute to society, live with dignity, and achieve a high quality of life. Senator Bernie Sanders
When the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed 25 years ago, it was hailed as the worlds first comprehensive declaration of equality for people with disabilities. Today, as a result of this landmark legislation, millions of people with disabilities are no longer denied the opportunity to get on a bus, go to a decent school, make a decent living, attend a baseball game, and live successful and productive lives. Instead of being isolated and hidden from society, kids with disabilities are now in classrooms all over America and graduating from high school and college with the respect and admiration of their classmates, teachers, and families.
This transformation in our culture and society did not happen by accident, and it did not happen overnight it happened because a grassroots movement demanded change. Despite the progress that has been made over the past two decades, we unfortunately still live in a world where people with disabilities have fewer work opportunities and where the civil rights of people with disabilities are not always protected and respected.
Bernie has been a champion for the rights of people with disabilities and he will continue to fight to ensure that our society is one where people with disabilities can live full and productive lives.
When the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed 25 years ago, it was hailed as the worlds first comprehensive declaration of equality for people with disabilities. Today, as a result of this landmark legislation, millions of people with disabilities are no longer denied the opportunity to get on a bus, go to a decent school, make a decent living, attend a baseball game, and live successful and productive lives. Instead of being isolated and hidden from society, kids with disabilities are now in classrooms all over America and graduating from high school and college with the respect and admiration of their classmates, teachers, and families.
This transformation in our culture and society did not happen by accident, and it did not happen overnight it happened because a grassroots movement demanded change. Despite the progress that has been made over the past two decades, we unfortunately still live in a world where people with disabilities have fewer work opportunities and where the civil rights of people with disabilities are not always protected and respected.
Bernie has been a champion for the rights of people with disabilities and he will continue to fight to ensure that our society is one where people with disabilities can live full and productive lives.
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Bernie unveils his disability rights platform (xpost from GD-P) (Original Post)
KamaAina
Jan 2016
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I think it is great that people with visible and challenging disabilities are recognized and helped
Kalidurga
Jan 2016
#1
Bravo. Protecting and expanding the rights and opportunities of people with disabilities
appalachiablue
Jan 2016
#2
Kalidurga
(14,177 posts)1. I think it is great that people with visible and challenging disabilities are recognized and helped
But, I like this I think he is expanding on the idea and he will work hard to get people with invisible disabilities more help as well.
appalachiablue
(41,129 posts)2. Bravo. Protecting and expanding the rights and opportunities of people with disabilities
is critical which Bernie knows. During the 1980s and 1990s I worked in the disability field mainly with people having visual impairments and also other conditions which was a highly rewarding experience. We've come a long way and must keep improving in the 21st century absolutely!