T’was days after elections, not a recount in sight. What will happen now? This is our plight. Alas, the voting is all done; the power passed to those who won.…
Day: November 10, 2004
Rick Cardenas - Charlie Smith Award Winner
On November 5, 2004, the Access Press board, staff, and about 100 friends gathered to honor one of the pioneers in our disability community. Rick Cardenas, co-director of Advocating Change…
Editor's Column - November 2004
The State Counsil on Disability and the Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities is putting on its 12 annual legislative forum. The forum gives us a chance to interact though…
Making a Difference
Mr. Olegario “Ollie” D. Cantos VII recently visited the Twin Cities and spoke passionately about disability awareness and mentoring for various audiences. An incredibly inspirational individual, Ollie shared insight regarding…
Letters to the Editor - November 2004
Dear Editor, I was recently informed that the University Minnesota Occupational Therapy Program will no longer be accepting students; a sign that the program may be facing elimination. I’m writing…
Christopher Reeve: 1952-2004
Many sports and entertainment industry stars have been affected by Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). Undoubtedly the most visible of these, Christopher Reeve had the most severe level of injury resulting…