In a history speech, the Democratic presidential candidate made a push to appeal to those with disabilities and their families. Read more
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Pew Research Data: Americans with Disabilities
Pew is out with a helpful rundown with data on Americans with Disabilities, just in time for this year’s presidential election. Read more
Those With Disabilities Make up Large Share of Eligible Voters
Nearly one in six voters have disabilities. What does this mean for the 2016 election? Read more
Americans with Disabilities Seek Restored Voting Rights
Across the country, Americans barred from voting because of their disability are looking to restore their rights in time for November’s election. Read more
Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton Talk to Voters with Disabilities
In what RespectAbility calls a “a first for any presidential campaign,” both Democratic presidential candidates seem to be discussing issues involving Americans with disabilities. Read more
Bernie Sanders Makes Controversial Comment About Mental Health During Democratic Debate
Sen. Bernie Sanders is accused of using ableist language in a comment he made during Sunday’s Democratic debates:
“If [I’m] elected president, going to invest a lot of money into mental health, and when you watch these Republican debates, you know why we need to invest in mental health.”
The comment has some mental health advocates calling for an apology from Sanders.
Not so much that Bernie made fun of mental illness that got me. Its that the media + Dems thought it was witty, not offensive #CripTheVote
— Finn (@theautismbard) March 7, 2016
bernie's line on mental health was meant to be funny but when you actually live with a mental illness it just feels like being laughed at
— 🛸 (@hothousefIowers) March 7, 2016
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Republicans Might Be Missing Opportunities to Win Over Voters With Disabilities
Disability activists and advocates are calling for conservative presidential candidates to address issues facing those with disabilities. Read more
Where do the 2016 Presidential Candidates Stand on Disability Issues?
The disability advocacy organization RespectAbility has released a “Super Tuesday Disability Voter Guide.” Candidates share their stances on 16 disability issues, including healthcare plans, employment barriers, and mental health reform in the criminal justice system. The organization does not endorse candidates, but offers information to help voters make decisions. See the guide
Could voters with disabilities swing the 2016 election?
The Guardian breaks down why voters with disabilities–where 20 percent of the U.S. population identifies having a disability–could make a major impact in this year’s election. Read more
Issues Impacting Voters With Disabilities in 2016
As the election season gears up, Bustle breaks down the issues affecting voters with disabilities this year, including jobs, independent living, and benefits. Read more