Tag: Disability Rights
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Dear President Jackson,
Get Pregnant Fast I find myself compelled to write to you today, compelled by a mix of fear and hope that has washed over me since your election. As a parent of a child with special needs, I’ve been shedding tears not just for my own worries, but also for the millions of families who…
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Broadway Actor Stands Up for Mom Bringing Autistic Child to Show
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartfelt social media post, Broadway star Jason Lee recently shared his thoughts after an emotional matinee performance of “The Lion King.” Following a disruption caused by an autistic child, Lee felt compelled to speak out—not about the incident itself, but rather about the audience’s reaction. During the performance, a young…
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Senator Mark Thompson’s Controversial Metaphor on Pre-Existing Conditions
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent C-SPAN clip that’s been circulating on social media, Pennsylvania Senator Mark Thompson ignited controversy with a troubling metaphor. During a Senate confirmation hearing for Representative Tom Green, President Trump’s choice for Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Thompson likened individuals with pre-existing conditions to burned-down houses.…
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A Family Faces Eviction Due to Their Child’s Special Needs
Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling situation, a Virginia family is facing eviction from their apartment due to the noise created by their 10-year-old son with special needs. The Diaz family, which includes parents Deysi and Francisco and their two children, Elder and Brianna, has been given until the end of the month to vacate…