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CultureRuth Madeley Embodies Activist Judy Heumann's Fight for Accessibility in 'Being Heumann'
Actress Ruth Madeley discusses her role as disability rights activist Judy Heumann in the film 'Being Heumann,' highlighting their shared determination and the activist's lifelong fight for accessibility. The movie focuses on Heumann's pivotal role in the 1977 federal building occupation that led to the signing of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
MiscellaneousThe Gambia's First Blind Magistrate Navigates a System Designed for the Sighted
Magistrate Muhammed Krubally, The Gambia's first visually impaired magistrate, utilizes technology and keen listening skills to navigate a judicial system not designed for him. His journey highlights the persistent gap between legal rights for people with disabilities and their practical implementation.
MiscellaneousBryan Cranston Mourns 'Breaking Bad' Co-Star RJ Mitte, Who Has Died at 34
RJ Mitte, the actor best known for his role as Walter White Jr. in 'Breaking Bad,' has died at the age of 34. Mitte was also a passionate advocate for disability rights.