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Healthcare, Shutdowns, and the Irony of Political Strategy

10/21/2025 - news

By Terry Loerch

The United States once again finds itself in the midst of a government shutdown, a political tactic that has become increasingly common in times of partisan gridlock. Unlike previous shutdowns that centered on broad budgetary disputes, today’s impasse is focused on healthcare,

Section 504 The Law You May Not Think You Need.. Until You Do

8/13/2025 - news

By Terry Loerch

Here’s the truth most people don’t want to face: disability is the only minority you can join in a split second. One bad car accident. One unexpected diagnosis. One slow decline that creeps in with age, and when that day comes, you will want Section 504 in your corner.

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Im Sorry

7/7/2025 - news

By Terry Loerch

I’m sorry. I’m sorry that yet again the disabled community wakes up to headlines that feel like a demolition order for the ramps we just finished building. I’m sorry that in 2025 we still have to argue for curb cuts, captions, and common courtesy. I’m sorry our rights.... right

Echoes Of A Dark History

5/12/2025 - news

The recent push for over $800 billion in Medicaid cuts under the guise of providing $4.5 trillion in tax breaks to the wealthy is not just an economic decision, it’s a moral failure that echoes some of the darkest chapters in modern history. This isn’t just a budget cut; it’s a systematic stripping of healthcare from the most vulnerable populations, an act that history has shown can lead to dev

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 Yet, a significant segment of the workforce, those with disabilities, continues to be subjected to an outdated, exploitative system that legally permits employers to pay them less than th

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