What is happening to our humanity? On this episode of @powerstation.bsky.social I speak to national champion for people with disabilities @tbraddysr.bsky.social about this administration's dismantling of the ADA and how the @ncil.bsky.social is protecting civil and human rights. bit.ly/4b75NyZ

Tune in for this important conversation with our long-time friend and board member Theo Braddy on @powerstation.bsky.social: @tbraddysr.bsky.social #disability #DisabilitySky

A Call to Action to Protect Independent Living from the Legendary Tony Coelho: bit.ly/4tYibIB Donate today to join the fight: bit.ly/3MWg1IG

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Release Date My memoir, From Shack to White House: A Memoir of Four Lives, will be released on December 7, 2025. I put my whole self into these pages, the pain, the lessons, the humor, the faith, and the fight. Pre-orders open soon. Thank you for walking this journey with me.

Reminder: Apply for NCIL’s New Open Position by October 29! Read more: bit.ly/42I92rF

"I’ve been blessed to walk alongside some of the most brilliant, passionate, and creative people. Their words deserve to be amplified.This blog is called, Echoes of Change! lnkd.in/efNh6-gb

A Message from Theo Braddy: There Will Come a Time! The Pendulum Swings! Change is always coming. There will come a time when we’ll look back on this moment — these unprecedented, chaotic, confusing times. More: bit.ly/45xyQc8 Audio : bit.ly/3HjGzk2

Opportunity often comes when we least expect it. @ABADisability www.americanbar.org/groups/diver...

The Revolution is Now: Meet the Young Leaders Headlining NCIL’s 2025 IL Conference! The Independent Living Movement has always been about shaking the system — and this year, we’re turning up the volume. Go here for more details: ncil.org/2025-confere...

NCIL is pleased to announce sponsorship, advertising, and exhibiting opportunities for our 2025 Annual Conference on Independent Living. The conference will take place July 21-24 at the Grand Hyatt in Washington, DC. Visit our website for more details: bit.ly/4hYkt3I

TIME: A Lawsuit Threatens the Disability Protections I’ve Known My Whole Life, By Rebekah Taussig bit.ly/4i4FrOm

Action Alert: Act Now to Protect Medicaid The federal budget proposal is currently calling for devastating cuts to Medicaid - the lifeline that keeps disabled people in our homes and communities. Take action: bit.ly/4hIXI4b. Sample email and phone scripts are provided. Read more: bit.ly/3D3a7Rg

Medicaid is not for sale. NASA is not for sale. The Post Office is not for sale. America is not for sale. We have an obligation to resist kings. We outnumber them. And they can be overwhelmed.

All autistic people need to be included in our advocacy. Our equity plan explains the steps ASAN will take to center anti-racism and intersectionality in everything we do.

I talked to the only Department of Education Office for Civil Rights investigator in Alabama, who was terminated in DOGE cuts, for @motherjones.com. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

A Message from Theo Braddy: The Narrative Remains Some might have you believe that history can be rewritten — that by telling it differently, the outcome becomes something newly created. It’s hard to believe that I even need to write about this, but here it is. Read more: https://buff.ly/3EFTpIg

Action Alert: Help Save Section 504 In 2024, 17 states filed suit to get rid of 504. If you live in one of the states that is bringing the case, contact your state AG using our Advocacy & Action Center. If not, you can ask your state AG to submit an amicus brief. Read more: bit.ly/4aXB59k

"As evidenced in Arkansas, rather than promoting work, work requirements did not increase employment, led to adverse health consequences, and caused thousands to lose coverage."

This week, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Senator Tammy Duckworth held hearing on flying with disabilities. Press conference: bit.ly/4fwgvOg More info: bit.ly/3ZG1cwb NCIL extends our deepest gratitude to Kelly Buckland and all advocates who brought this Final Rule to completion.

A True Champion! www.post-gazette.com/news/politic...

Action Alert: Urge Your Representative to Bring the Latonya Reeves Freedom Act to the Floor! The Latonya Reeves Freedom Act seeks to protect individuals with disabilities who require long-term services and supports by strengthening their rights under the ADA. Read more / Act now: bit.ly/4hOUxs0