Disability & Politics

Posted on: Wed, Aug 26 2009 5:23 PM

Posted by: squabwithfibro Posts: 3,158

 Kara,

I'm sorry to hear about your dog.   That sounds like a terrible thing for you to see. 

I guess it would be so very difficult to have one you admire so pass.  We grieve those people as well.  

 You've got a lot on your plate right now....starting a new job, injured dog and loss of a public figure you deeply admire.  Try to take care of yourself.     Valerie

Posted on: Wed, Aug 26 2009 8:15 PM

Posted by: Day In Washington Posts: 12

Taken from www.DayInWashington.com  

Senator Edward Moore “Ted” Kennedy of Massachusetts, the last surviving brother in an enduring political dynasty and one of the most influential senators in history, died last night.  Perhaps more than any other individual, Senator Kennedy’s commitment and dedication to the well-being of vulnerable populations has lead to the enactment of groundbreaking legislation. This has included the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title IX, the Family Medical Leave Act, and other laws that have changed the course of this nation and have exemplified him as the champion of the common man.

Out of respect and in honor of everything “Ted” has done for people with disabilities over his decades in the Senate, the Day in Washington blog will go dark.  We have lost a great advocate; he will be missed.

Taken from www.DayInWashington.com