Michael Phillips+FollowWhy Disability Rights Still MatterEver heard the phrase 'nothing about us without us'? That’s the heart of the disability self-advocacy movement. For decades, people with disabilities have fought for the right to live life on their own terms—not just what society expects. From protesting inaccessible restaurants to challenging outdated laws, the fight is ongoing. The biggest takeaway? Disabled people know what they need, and they deserve a seat at every table where decisions are made. It’s about dignity, choice, and real equality. #Safety #DisabilityRights #Inclusion50Share
David Hoover+FollowBaltimore casino faces backlash over firingLosing your job after a heart attack sounds unthinkable, but that’s exactly what happened to a Horseshoe Casino Baltimore dealer. After being hospitalized, Quann Massey was let go—without even being told directly. Now, the casino is facing a lawsuit for allegedly violating the Americans with Disabilities Act. The case raises big questions about how workplaces treat employees recovering from serious health issues. Should employers be required to offer light-duty work or accommodations? Have you or someone you know faced something similar? Let’s talk about how local businesses should handle medical leave and disability rights. #News #Baltimore #DisabilityRights00Share
Kaitlyn Hammond+FollowBasingstoke woman’s TV licence ordeal sparks outrageA bedbound, disabled woman in Basingstoke—still grieving her husband’s death from cancer—was prosecuted for not paying her TV licence, despite explaining her struggles with health and memory. She was convicted via a fast-track court process, even though she’d just been discharged from hospital and relies on council carers. This story isn’t just about one person; it highlights how vulnerable people are getting caught up in rigid systems meant for minor offences. Shouldn’t there be more compassion and flexibility for those facing serious hardships? How can we make sure support, not punishment, comes first? #Entertainment #Basingstoke #DisabilityRights00Share
Nicole Snyder+FollowShocking claims of crate confinement at Salmon River schoolsFamilies in the Salmon River Central School District are reeling after reports that disabled elementary students may have been placed in wooden “timeout” crates. The district has put three staff members on leave and reassigned the superintendent while state and tribal police investigate. Many in this largely Native American community say the allegations bring up painful memories of residential schools. The district insists the crates were never used, but parents say otherwise. This controversy has sparked outrage and deep concern about how vulnerable students are treated. How should schools handle discipline and support for all children? #Education #SalmonRiver #DisabilityRights00Share
Trevor Brown+FollowMedicaid Keeps Me Alive — But I’m Treated Like a BurdenI live with a chronic illness and can’t work full-time. Medicaid is my only access to care. Every policy debate frames people like me as “costs” or “burdens.” I understand budgets. I understand limits. But being reduced to a problem is hard to accept. If fairness is only accounting, where do people fit? #MedicaidStories #DisabilityRights #HealthcareJustice #PolicyDebate00Share
