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“Let’s Find a Way”: A Life Shaped by Possibility
For over five decades, I have lived with a disability, a journey shaped by persistence and the collaborative support of those around me. During this time, I completed both high school and college, established a fulfilling career, and achieved home ownership. These…
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Medicaid, Community, and Care: Weighing the Cost of Proposed Cuts
Families, caregivers, and disability advocates are paying close attention as the Senate considers a proposal that could further reduce Medicaid funding. This development follows similar cuts recently passed by the House. Although lawmakers describe the legislation as a strategy to reduce costs,…
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What Belonging Demands
Who Gets to Belong? A Reflection on Disability, Inclusion, and System Readiness William Harkness’s essay is thoughtful, personal, and carefully constructed. It surfaces a reality that many within the disability community have quietly navigated for years: that the principles of inclusion, while…
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Accessibility Through the Five Senses: Why It Matters More Than We Think
Many people think of accessibility as something visible: a ramp leading to a door, a button that opens it, or a sign that points the way. In this view, accessibility is functional, mechanical, and reactive. It is often reduced to a checklist…
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Federal Moves Signal Potential Rollback in Disability Accessibility Standards
Delayed Protections, Proposed Rollbacks: What’s at Stake for Disability Access Recent federal actions signal a potential shift in how accessibility is treated in public policy, with implications for millions of Americans who rely on accessible infrastructure and services. Two recent developments—one involving…
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Proposed Department of Energy Rule Could Impact Accessibility Standards for New Construction
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has introduced a proposed rule that could significantly affect accessibility requirements for new construction and alterations in projects it funds. The rule would remove specific mandates that currently ensure accessibility features are incorporated into federally supported…
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Standing Firm: Honoring the Life and Legacy of Denise DiNoto
“Be sure you put your feet in the right place, then stand firm.” – Abraham Lincoln The quote from Abraham Lincoln resonates deeply when reflecting on the life and work of Denise DiNoto. When I think about effective advocacy—what it looks like…
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Knots That Won’t Hold
By Kerry Ann Wiley The Space Just Inside the Door The room held two, yet little passed between.One stood just inside the doorway—not quite arrived, not yet gone.The other moved silently, fixing what was never broken. The movements were not purposeful.They were…
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Ash Before Flame: What Rises in the Stillness
Some changes are hard to pinpoint. A once-enjoyed activity may quietly fall away without much thought. A familiar place might feel different, even though nothing obvious has changed. These moments are often quiet, not shaped by a big decision, but by a…
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The Echo of Almost
Some moments in life are defined not by what happens, but by what does not. They are shaped by choices we leave behind, by words we choose not to say, and by paths we decide not to follow. A door that remains…