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Woman with cane walking next to man using scooter on sidewalk.
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OOpinion

Pat Yourself On The Back: You’re Paying the Deposit on the Accessibility of the Future

  • byJohn Morris
  • April 9, 2021
By courageously facing down obstacles that were meant to exclude them from society, disabled people earned the right to design the much more accessible world that we enjoy today.
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Multiple globes.
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OOpinion

Layovers, Connections and Cruises: Have You Actually Been There?

  • byJohn Morris
  • March 11, 2021
How many countries have you visited? When can you claim that you've been somewhere? These are the rules of the game for counting countries.
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United States House of Representatives chamber during the 2018 State of the Union address.
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DDisability Rights

What the Next Attack on Disability Rights Will Look Like

  • byJohn Morris
  • July 29, 2020
A campaign to support a rollback of ADA enforcement is already underway, and could jeopardize accessibility for disabled people in the future.
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President George H.W. Bush signs the Americans with Disabilities Act into law.
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DDisability Rights

On its 30th Anniversary, A Love Letter to the ADA

  • byJohn Morris
  • July 26, 2020
The ADA marked a watershed moment in American civil rights history, promising disabled people equal access to their communities and the life of society.
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Illustration of ramps leading into temples of Ancient Greece.
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OOpinion

Historic Buildings, Accessibility and a Lesson from the Ramps of Ancient Greece

  • byJohn Morris
  • July 22, 2020
New research suggests that Ancient Greece embraced limited aspects of inclusive design at an early stage of recorded history.
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OOpinion

Thoughts on Accessible Travel After 2 Months in Quarantine

  • byJohn Morris
  • May 13, 2020
Young adults may feel at ease while engaging in leisure travel, but disabled people will likely take a more cautious approach to travel this summer.
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Stock photo of woman in wheelchair one beach with arms raised to heaven and hands making peace signs.
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OOpinion

Sitting in a Wheelchair for a Day Won’t Reveal Much About Accessibility

  • byJohn Morris
  • May 7, 2020
To say that 'wheelchair for a day' simulations barely scratch the surface of the difficulties faced by disabled people is the understatement of the century.
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AAir Travel

The Government Has Leverage Over Airlines — Here’s What They Should Do With It

  • byJohn Morris
  • March 21, 2020
Airlines have requsted more than $50 billion in assistance from the federal government, but Congress must gain substantial concessions in return.
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DDisability Rights

This One Bigoted Tweet Reveals So Much About Disability Discrimination

  • byJohn Morris
  • February 12, 2020
Who knew that asking for airplane seats to be wheelchair accessible could be so triggering? This ableist went off on me and other accessibility advocates.
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President Donald Trump at the 2020 State of the Union.
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DDisability Rights

The State of the Union and the Inclusion Problem

  • byJohn Morris
  • February 5, 2020
Accessibility is the first step towards a disability-inclusive society, but our exclusion from the roles that impact diversity maintain the status quo.
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Impressive gallery of indigenous artwork at the Ian Potter Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Admission is free! 30 3
Had a super fun night at the Australian Open and met up with Wheelchair Travel reader David at the ladies’ final! Great 3-set match that saw 4 match points before Aryna Sabalenka claimed the title. Loved everything about my night at Rod Laver Arena and the Happy Slam! 77 3
A beautiful addition to Boston Common — “The Embrace” sculpture was inspired by a hug shared by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his wife, Coretta Scott King, after the civil rights leader was awarded the 1964 Nobel Peace Prize. 61 6
In November, I traveled to Rome for the first time in a decade — and the first time as a wheelchair user. During my trip, I was grateful to meet (extremely briefly) the Holy Father, Pope Francis. He has spoken profoundly on the value of every human life, to include those of us with disabilities. And, due to his advancing age, he now uses a wheelchair some of the time. His continued engagement with all of us, from the seat of a wheelchair, is an important witness — a statement to the world that wheelchairs do not confine, they liberate! 344 18
The Christmas season is one of love and gratitude and although there were quite a few shocks and disappointments over the last year, I’m supremely grateful to have spent my time on this planet with all of you. Here’s to a happy, healthy holiday season, full of good tidings and a hope that the best is yet to come. Thanks for being a part of my life and journey. 63 1
College football’s regular season ended on Saturday and it was a great one! While I didn’t make any trips to Tallahassee this year, I did watch my Florida State Seminoles compete on the road — as they defeated LSU in New Orleans and Miami in the Hard Rock Stadium. 64 5
I had a lovely evening at Castel Sant’Angelo (123-129 AD) in Rome, where I enjoyed a drink and excellent views of St. Peter’s Basilica at sunset. 54 1
My mom visited me in Boston this week! Given that it’s cold, dark and spooky outside at this time of year, I thought it appropriate to visit Salem, Massachusetts! 🧙‍♀️ 🧹🌙 🪄 🔮 146 7
“One if by land, two if by sea.” 25 1
Last night, I had to overnight in London due to some operational issues on the part of British Airways. The delay was a massive inconvenience, but I always try to find a positive outlook — and hey, what’s wrong with a night in London? 113 6
Belgian waffles are NOT overrated. Not pictured here is me dropping this beautiful and delicious creation on the ground after a few bites. Food for the local critters! 🤣 55 4
Yup, that’s me, a triple amputee tearing it up on the bumper car circuit. 🤣 131 4
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