Civil Rights
Aug. 31, 2000
ADA Creates Barriers to Jobs for the Handicapped
By Julie Hofius. The 10th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act is upon us, and the occasion warrants thinking about the legislation. I know about the American with Disabilities Act because I'm an attorney and I use a wheelchair. I should feel grateful for this law meant to help disabled Americans in employment and provide access to public facilities and transportation. So why am I unhappy?
By Julie Hofius
The 10th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act is upon us, and the occasion warrants thinking about the legislation. I know about the American with Disabilities Act because I'm an attorney and I use a wheelchair. I should feel grateful for this law meant to help disabled Americans in employment and provide access to public facilities ...
The 10th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act is upon us, and the occasion warrants thinking about the legislation. I know about the American with Disabilities Act because I'm an attorney and I use a wheelchair. I should feel grateful for this law meant to help disabled Americans in employment and provide access to public facilities ...
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