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Republican Senators vote against rights for the Disabled
38 Republican Senators voted against the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The no votes included Wisconsin's own U.S. Senator Ron Johnson. Less than 1/4 of Republican Senators voted for the Convention, even though retired Republican... 
Barcelona Artists and Journalists for people with disabilities
This Sunday May 20 was held in Barcelona, a protest for the right to work of disabled people and also against the cuts that are having this group of people. Artists and journalists have been present and in...
WELFARE REFORM FOR FAMILIES WITH DISABLED CHILDREN IS DEFEATED
CONTROVERSIAL welfare reform plans were defeated in the House of Lords yesterday, delivering an embarrassing blow to the Government. Peers voted by 246 to 230 against plans to cut payments to families with... 
Accessible Racing and Racing for the Disabled
Accessible Racing, in conjunction with NJ Vintage Grand Prix, Sunoco, Texas Road House and Borgata Casino held a virtual world qualifying round and stock car driving experience at New Jersey Motorsports Park in ...
WikiLeaks: Pfizer denies dirty tricks claims in Nigeria
" US pharmaceutical giant Pfizer has dismissed as "preposterous" reports that it hired investigators to uncover evidence of corruption against a former Nigerian attorney general. According to a US cable released by WikiLeaks, Pfizer wanted to "put pressure" on Michael...
Social Security: Seniors feel the pinch of no benefit increase
"Inflation has barely budged in recent months, but try telling that to the seniors who won't be getting an increase in their Social Security benefits next year.The government reported its consumer price index was up 1.1% over the last year, indicating inflation is still... 
Cars for the blind – stop it
I am having trouble hearing and my Dad is going blind. The last thing that he needs in his 80’s is to have a car. Perhaps there are conditions when a younger blind-impaired person might need to drive, but I... 
Sorry folks, Sarah Palin is (partly) right on health care
"But that should not distract voters from this reality: President Obama has proposed a new body that would enhance Medicare’s ability to deny care to the elderly and disabled based on government bureaucrats’... 
The Disabled in the South can Make Money, Restore Dignity
Being disabled in a poor country piles on yet another obstacle to succeeding in life. But I found this story showed there is hope. The South’s disabled are a large population and often suffer more than even... 
Tonka the Tortoise uses wheels to get around after dog attack
Tonka the Tortoise had been attacked by a dog, and had one of her legs bitten off; when she was found rescuers were concerned she would not survive without her leg. However, they had the idea of attaching the wheels of a Tonka Truck to her and now she is able to whiz around... 
Oscar Pistorius Blade Runner in Manchester Paralympic World Cup
Oscar Pistorius, known as 'Blade Runner' competed in the BT Paralympic World Cup in Manchester on the 24 May 2009. Sunny and warm conditions in Manchester helped the 27 paralympic athletic events to go...
Texas Fight Club Busted In State School For Mentally Disabled
After watching clips on TV about this fight club it was very disturbing. Recordings from a lost cell phone is how the police found out. I hope this opens eyes to Administrators of these facilities. Cameras need to... 
Hamilton, Canada: House of Horrors
"Paul Morse The Hamilton Spectator House of Horrors video A young,... 
Divorce - North American Style
Barry Artiste Op/Ed We have all read about a Montreal Woman suing her Billionaire Ex Husband for Millions, though she is relatively well off with close to a 100K a year, home and a few million to boot for her and her children. Yet when it comes to Childless couples,... 
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