From tear gas near a Chicago school to live bombs at a presidential “celebration,” today’s headlines show a pattern—fear over facts, cruelty over compassion. We can do better, and we must.
Tag: disability rights
Raids, History, and the Lines We Refuse to Cross
I’m just getting this down. After reading Heather Delaney Reese—and seeing reporting on the Chicago raid—I’m thinking hard about how cruelty gets normalized: raids that humiliate families, detention buildouts, and civil-rights rollbacks. We’re not Weimar, but the warning lights are on. Here’s why, what research says, and where my line is.
Why Trump’s Push to Eliminate Mail-In Voting Threatens Democracy
Trump is floating an executive order to eliminate mail-in voting and voting machines ahead of the 2026 midterms. It’s unconstitutional, dangerous, and a direct attack on democracy. Here’s why this plan matters—and why it threatens not just elections, but the rights of disabled voters like me.
Protests in America: Our Right, Our Voice — Why Speaking Out Still Matters
Why do protests matter in America today? This post explores the real story behind recent demonstrations, the power of peaceful protest—from the Civil Rights Movement to the ADA—and why protecting the right to speak out is vital for democracy. Includes personal stories, history, and what’s at stake for us all.
Disability Rights Are Under Attack—Here’s What You Should Know
Hello everyone, I haven’t posted here in a while, but I thought it was time to share a few thoughts. Here’s the deal: a lot of things are happening in our country right now that just aren’t okay. Some of what I’ve been seeing is deeply concerning. Back in 2016, Donald Trump was running against… Continue reading Disability Rights Are Under Attack—Here’s What You Should Know
Notes from the edge of the system 