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The Fight to End Sub-Minimum Wages for Disabled Workers

3/12/2025 - news

By Terry Loerch

The fight for fair wages has long been a cornerstone of labor rights in the United States. Yet, a significant segment of the workforce, those with disabilities, continues to be subjected to an outdated, exploitative system that legally permits employers to pay them less than th

A Powerful and Overlooked Voting Bloc in the 2026 and 2028 Elections

3/3/2025 - news

As the U.S. approaches the 2026 midterms and the 2028 presidential election, the disabled community is emerging as a critical voting force. With over 40 million eligible voters, this group has the potential to decide election outcomes, particularly in battleground states where the margins of victory are often r

The Overlooked Struggle of Disabled Drivers, EV Charging and Accessibility

2/18/2025 - news

By Terry Loerch, Publicist & Advocate


Imagine sitting down for dinner, enjoying a quiet evening, when something unusual catches your attention. Outside, a row of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations hums with activity, but one spot stands out, it’s marked as a handicap-accessible charging station, designated specifically for disabled drivers. Yet, as you watch, every ve

Building a World My Child Deserves

1/14/2025 - news

I often say the disabled community isn’t truly disabled in any sense. We are ambassadors to the able-bodied world, paving the way for a future that belongs to everyone. Disability isn’t some distant, exclusive experience, it’s a universal reality. Whether through age, illness, accident, or the natural course of life, most people will face it in some form. That’s why what we do matters. We’re no

New 2025 Employment Accommodations laws

1/4/2025 - news

In a significant move toward fostering inclusivity and equity in the workplace, the U.S. Department of Labor has introduced groundbreaking new laws aimed at transforming how employers provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. These changes, which come amid increasing advocacy for workplace diversity, reflect a growing recognition of the importance of creating environments where al

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