Why does the government insist on keeping disabled people in poverty?

As an adult living with cerebral palsy, my life’s mission has been to ensure that people with disabilities have the support and services they need to flourish and be part of the fabric of their community. 

People with disabilities are twice as likely as their peers to live in poverty. That’s why one of my main goals during my time with the Jewish Federations of North America has been advancing legislation to improve the financial security of individuals living with disabilities. 

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