Fighting for the Rights of Disabled Americans
Fighting discrimination often takes years of mass organization,protest, political lobbying, and legal challenges to win new lawsand the power to enforce them. The 1973 Rehabilitation Act wasconsidered an early victory for supporters of rights for thedisabled. It included a provision stipulating that federally fundedprograms and facilities must be accessible to disabled individuals.The broader Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 expanded theprotections first articulated in 1973. But the fight for equalityoften continues beyond the passage of laws recognizing the rightsof those who are experiencing discrimination. No one knows thisbetter than those who seek the end of discrimination against peoplewith disabilities.
What steps are necessary to eliminate discrimination againstthose with disabilities?
What disabilities should be covered by ADA?
Is discrimination against those with disabilities comparable todiscrimination against racial minorities and women?
