Lynn Hatfield
If you think that Franklin Delano Roosevelt was the only United States president with a disability, think again. Our nation has had a distinguished line of presidents with a variety of visible and non-visible disabilities, from epilepsy to hearing impairments to learning disabilities. For most of these men, speaking publicly…
In October, Americans observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month by paying tribute to the accomplishments of the men and women with disabilities whose work helps keep the nation’s economy strong and by reaffirming their commitment to ensure equal opportunity for all citizens. This effort to educate the public about…
Hmmmmm, good question. I wonder that some days. Some days I am a motivated, self starter, ready to take on whatever lands in front of me and some days I'm ok to just sit back and let life happen. But over the years I have realized that when I just…
Edward “Ted” Kennedy, Jr. and Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) spoke on behalf of their respective parties to present their campaigns’ positions on matters relating to Americans with disabilities.
Once again I found myself struggling with what to blog about this month. I wanted to provide information about something useful that our community would benefit from. With the availability of information on the internet right at our fingertips, what could I possibly write that would be beneficial? Then it…
This article was taken from the Dirksen Congressional Center website: http://www.congresslink.org/print_expert_vote.htm Why is It Important to Vote? Steve Frantzich, Professor of Political Science at the U.S. Naval Academy, answers this basic question in the selection below. It is directed to students, and teachers may want to direct their pupils to…
Get a Head Start on the Flu this year with these Flu Season Tips from the American Red Cross Seasonal Flu Versus Pandemic Flu Tips to Stay Healthy This Season The flu, also known as influenza, is a contagious respiratory disease caused by influenza viruses. In the US, there…