Archive for July, 2008

Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2008 A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America From: http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080725.html The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has helped tear down barriers for millions of people living with disabilities. On the anniversary of this important legislation, our Nation underscores our commitment to ensuring that...
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I’m going to deviate somewhat from Greg’s original topic of “Summer Break” to the idea of giving ourselves a break. Sounds silly, eh? But I am sure there are plenty of people with disabilities out there who perhaps should hear this. What I’m talking about are not necessarily the “super crips” (I really hate...
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The video posted below was created by Day In Washington as a tool to encourage both Presidential candidates and the disability community to attend the National Forum on Disability Issues. Those issues must have a place in the presidential election. On July 26th in Columbus, Ohio, the disability community will host a historic non-partisan forum...
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Day in Washington: The Disability Policy Podcast explores and discusses various aspects of disability policy. Each episode will cover a specific issue within disability, and/or a disability-related news article. These 5-10 minute podcasts offer an easy to understand introduction to disability policy and resources for those interested in further study. You can find the text...
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It looks like Day in Washington is back up and running smoothly.   Look forward to some new exciting posts.  And keep an eagle eye (and ear) out as we will soon be working with Disability 411 to provide legislative and policy analysis for what is going on here in our nation’s capital. Thanks everyone for the...
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I just wanted to post to let readers/listeners know that Day in Washington was hacked. I believe I have recovered any missing data and worked to ensure that the site continues to operate bug-free. So far, there has been only one issue that has been left unresolved (and will probably remain that way). Unfortunately, all...
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The story of Esmin Green is a tale guaranteed to stir outrage in the most complacent individual’s heart.  It is a horrific story of how individuals with mental illness are treated.  The disability community is well aware of the public stigma and discrimination leveled at individuals with mental illness, but in this case that same...
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It has been an amazing few weeks!  As some of you know, as a part of my job, I’ve been participating in the efforts to restore the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Background: The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 was intended to “provide a clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of discrimination against individuals...
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