President and CEO

President and CEO of AAPD

“As an immigrant, you have the fewest rights in this country. So, stay away from controversial issues, stay silent if you can.” This is what a resp...

We all know that public policy is personal. But there is often so much time and attention devoted to the technicalities of public policy that the h...

On Wednesday, August 13, disabled people and allies gathered at the National Museum of American History to celebrate the release of a new quarter d...

On August 13 at 6:00 EDT, the National Museum of American History will host an event celebrating the life and legacy of Stacey Park Milbern and unv...

  For many disabled people, showing up at a protest requires planning. Will there be an ASL interpreter or will you need to find a volunteer? ...

State Voting Coalitions Coordinator

Prior to July 26, 1990, individuals with disabilities routinely faced discrimination, overt hostility, and explicit ableism without any protections...

Over 35 years ago, I introduced the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the House of Representatives. It took more than a year for Congress to...

Digital Director

Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July to commemorate the strength and solidarity of the disability community. It takes place in July beca...

A black-and-white photo of the 2002 Paul G. Hearne Award recipients: (from left to right) Albert Cheong, Sarah Louise Triano, Peter Cody Hunt, Carr...

“President Biden has a heart of gold for making time for this disabled woman.” “Our current president would never let himself be seen next to someo...