Subscribe or Upgrade Why do autistic people seem weird? YouTube, Yo Samdy Sam - August 9, 2019 This video is almost six years old, so some of what's in it might feel outdated. But I have come to think that now is a good time to revisit some
Donald Trump’s Next Diversity Target: People With Disabilities Sam Gustin, Mother Jones - February 18, 2025 "The Trump administration’s assault on government policies and programs that benefit disabled people is not just a scheme hatched in the bowels of The Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025 anti-government boiler
Today is going to be a maintenance day for the newsletter. I've got a bunch of behind-the-scenes tweaks I've been working on since moving here to Ghost from Substack. And since Ghost Support just sent me some answers to my questions, today's the day
Explaining Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA), The Trump Administration’s Recent Actions on DEIA, and the Impact on Disabled Americans American Association of People with Disabilities - February 16, 2025 "Since taking office, President Trump has taken several actions attacking diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (often called “DEIA”
Texas v. Becerra: What it is and How You Can Help Stop the Attack on Section 504 Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund - February 12, 2025 "17 states sued the United States government. They asked the court to get rid of Section 504. The states disagree with a
"Pro Infirmis «Because who is perfect?»" YouTube, Pro Infirmis - December 3, 2013 I was sick yesterday, which is why there wasn't a Thursday newsletter. And I'm still not feeling great. So instead of sharing a more timely video, I'm posting a
Call your Senators to #StopRFK now! Autistic Self Advocacy Network - February 4, 2025 "RFK Jr. is a horrible choice for this role for many reasons. He makes false claims related to autism and vaccines. He is the founder of a prominent anti-vaccination non-profit. RFK Jr. has also promoted
nTIDE February 2025 Jobs Report: Labor Force Participation Rate for People with Disabilities Hits an All-Time High Center for Research on Disability, University of New Hampshire - February 7, 2025 "Based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Jobs Report released today, the labor force
Starting today, I'm adding a new section to this weekday newsletter. Below the shared links you'll find a listing of "Action Alerts" on disability issues. Most of them will probably be about U.S. disability issues, though I would love to share similar alerts
"How to tell people about the icky parts of paralysis" YouTube, Empowered Para - February 5, 2025 This seems like a very specific topic – how to explain paralysis-related bladder and bowel management to others. But it's also a pretty good summary of the arguments in favor
Stop work Peter Torres Fremlin, Disability Debrief - February 5, 2025 "President Trump's freeze on foreign aid has caused an earthquake in international development and humanitarian efforts ... This irresponsible and callous move has brought life-saving work to an abrupt halt, along with essential services for the world&
The Real Threat Behind Trump's Disability Comments: A Warning About What's Coming Kara Ayers, Mind Ramps - February 3, 2025 "The last couple of weeks have been called "shock and awe" because many have felt surprised by each of the new orders or