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A “Nobel Prize for Disabilities”

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There are prizes for peace, there are prizes for science and now, there is an award that pays tribute to leaders with disabilities. The Henry Viscardi Achievement Awards is in its second year, and while his name might not seem important—it is. Dr. Viscardi, who wore prosthetic legs, advised no less than eight presidents, from Franklin ...

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Cashing In With oDesk, Even Without Vision

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Fixing the Disability Employment Crisis

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On the eve of the 22nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a Senator from Iowa has penned a report — and action plan — to get more jobs for people with disabilities. Sen. Tom Harkin, who is known for his longtime ...
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Hearing Aids A Nice Fit for American Girl

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American Girl has taken a courageous step towards diversity with the launch of dolls with hearing aids, well as dolls without hair, signaling to the disability community that little girls who are differently-abled are important enough to have their own personalized doll experience. Any ...
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