…concerns that the potential patient cannot comply with complex postoperative medical regimens without assistance. A disability-related need for assistance in managing required postoperative care, however, does not impact an organ…
This letter is available as a PDF here. February 28, 2019 VOTE NO ON H.R. 1112, the Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2019 Dear Representative: On behalf of the American…
National Disability Leadership Alliance C/o United Spinal Association 1660 L Street, NW Suite 504 Washington, DC 20036-5647 May 16, 2011 United States Senate (United States House of Representatives) Washington, DC…
…of religious identity and community. Huan Vuong Northern Virginia Community College (Alexandria, VA) Huan is an autistic student at Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA). He is non-speaking but…
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…We are appalled by these comments, and dismayed that it was necessary to release our statement once again repudiating the scapegoating of our community. We must never allow our community…
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