I’m glad you wrote about the ADA. My mother also had polio and as awkwardly as she walked, she did walk until post polio syndrome and her osteoporosis finally put her into her own wheelchair. I can’t begin to count the times I thanked the ADA for ramps, accessible bathrooms and accommodations in restaurants and all other businesses. The ADA helped me make things easier for her to get places and for me to handle her when it became necessary.
The country I currently live in has few accommodations. Sidewalks are narrow and missing sections and footing is dicey. Where there are ramps, they are short and steep. High toilets are not a thing here. There is no call for nor does there seem to be anyone with the persistence of a Justin Dart, Jr. here. It’s not that there are no handicapped folks down here but as so many do all over the world, they stay home or if they have to get out in public, they just have to deal.
Outstanding newsletter today! The 7 other things were also informative regarding laws we have on the books, as well as tenacious people making good things happen.
Love the article on the life Justin Dart Jr. and his contributions, especially as an activist for the ADA. the 7 Other moments...July 28 in particular stands out. Thanks for the reminder that all people should have an equal opportunity to contribute their best for the best of others. Everyday is a day to give thanks for the many who have given us so much.
Seems like all the good things government does start with one person and a dream and an uphill battle. People in wheelchairs face enough struggles doing just daily tasks, let alone trying to navigate streets and buildings that ignore navigation. Rick Hanson is another incredible human being who has done so much for disabled people. As the population ages, hopefully the recognition of disabled needs will improved. My mom also contracted polio, her journey through that is amazing. She had a limp through life but still was active and loved to garden.
And other notable examples of challenges accepted. I have read a lot of Penguin books.
I’m glad you wrote about the ADA. My mother also had polio and as awkwardly as she walked, she did walk until post polio syndrome and her osteoporosis finally put her into her own wheelchair. I can’t begin to count the times I thanked the ADA for ramps, accessible bathrooms and accommodations in restaurants and all other businesses. The ADA helped me make things easier for her to get places and for me to handle her when it became necessary.
The country I currently live in has few accommodations. Sidewalks are narrow and missing sections and footing is dicey. Where there are ramps, they are short and steep. High toilets are not a thing here. There is no call for nor does there seem to be anyone with the persistence of a Justin Dart, Jr. here. It’s not that there are no handicapped folks down here but as so many do all over the world, they stay home or if they have to get out in public, they just have to deal.
Outstanding newsletter today! The 7 other things were also informative regarding laws we have on the books, as well as tenacious people making good things happen.
What an inspiration Justin Dart is! Thanks so much for sharing this story, Bill.
Great story and well written. Also loved that it showed up 12 hours early giving me a chance to read it Sunday night. 😊
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Love the article on the life Justin Dart Jr. and his contributions, especially as an activist for the ADA. the 7 Other moments...July 28 in particular stands out. Thanks for the reminder that all people should have an equal opportunity to contribute their best for the best of others. Everyday is a day to give thanks for the many who have given us so much.
This newsletter was a great way to start the day.
Seems like all the good things government does start with one person and a dream and an uphill battle. People in wheelchairs face enough struggles doing just daily tasks, let alone trying to navigate streets and buildings that ignore navigation. Rick Hanson is another incredible human being who has done so much for disabled people. As the population ages, hopefully the recognition of disabled needs will improved. My mom also contracted polio, her journey through that is amazing. She had a limp through life but still was active and loved to garden.
And other notable examples of challenges accepted. I have read a lot of Penguin books.
Thanks for this letter about Justin Dart.
And the 7 things were very interesting as well!!
Really enjoyed today's newsletter, Bill! Thanks for reminding us of the important work of Justin Dart, Jr.
How long until the folks who came after DEI come after ADA?