Mr. Obama will sign a proclamation celebrating the 19th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. He will also announce that the U.S. will sign UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Secretary of State Clinton will introduce the president.
From the Census Bureau: FAQs about people with disabilities
More than 50 million people in the United States have disabilities, a number that is growing rapidly as the population ages. Experts say disability will soon affect the lives of most Americans. This website attempts to aggregate news and commentary about disability, and to document the efforts of people who are seeking new ways to address familiar challenges.
Join journalist Patricia E. Bauer as she seeks to bring you the best information about what's happening now and what it may mean for you and your loved ones.
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