Navigating Disability and Societal Norms

This chapter critically examines state-by-state policies affecting disabled children, questioning their political motivations and impact on vulnerable populations. The speakers address misconceptions about disabilities and the implications of historical language surrounding mental health, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of social issues. They highlight the dangers of selective empathy and the hypocrisy in societal debates, drawing attention to the interconnected struggles of different marginalized communities.