The Reverend Jesse Jackson Has Joined The Schiavo Situation

[Bonnie]

And yet despite ample evidence that the ADA is working, people with disabilities are still, far too often, treated as second class citizens, shunned and segregated by physical barriers and social stereotypes. They are discriminated against in employment, schools, and housing, robbed of their personal autonomy, sometimes even hidden away and forgotten by the larger society. By and large, people with disabilities continue to be excluded from the American dream:

The ACLU continues to fight for the civil rights of the disabled Americans. Use the resources on this page to learn more and take action to protect the rights guaranteed to all Americans by the Bill of Rights.

http://www.aclu.org/DisabilityRights/DisabilityRightslist.cfm?c=74

 

[freeandfun1]

I have a hard time believing Jesse is concerned about anything other than his reputation in this matter. Why do I feel this way? Because if he were serious, he would not have waited unitil she was close to dying to speak out loudly. He is trying to cover his ass.

 

[Jimmyeatworld]

I can't believe I'm agreeing with Jesse Jackson...

And Al Sharpton! It's enough to make you shudder.