Black-and-white photo of a bearded Ed Roberts in his motorized chair at a demonstration. A demonstrator over his right shoulder holds sign, "Civil Rights For Disabled." Next to the photo reads: "And when there's maximum danger, and when our programs are in the most jeopardy, there's also maximum opportunity. To make changes in them, to fight for what we know we need, to make them more responsible for the needs of our people too. Let’s take advantage of that." - Ed Roberts
I have cerebral palsy. Why does Congress want to take my safety nets away | Opinion
I have cerebral palsy. Why does Congress want to take my safety nets away | Opinion "However, I feel a prolonged tightness in my chest knowing that the only perceived solution to accommodate for the potential loss in future tax revenue seems to be to raid vital entitlements like Medicaid and other social programs. Our safety net is essential to the life and well-being of America's most vulnerable citizens, including people with developmental disabilities."
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