Trip Gabriel, in an August 24 article in the New York Times, wrote that the March on Washington’s “program was far more inclusive than five decades ago, with many women,” Latinos, and openly gay men and lesbians serving as speakers. But why didn’t people with disabilities receive more attention?

During the past fifty years, people with disabilities, like other minority groups seeking equal rights, have taken to the streets, forged coalitions with others, and lobbied politicians, resulting in significant legislation……

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