Political Quotes

“Absolutely. And I would like to commend the Senator from Iowa [Mr. Harkin] for his effective leadership on disability policy issues. I have reviewed the analysis of this bill as it applies to people with disabilities and it reflects our intent to assure that students with disabilities are included in all aspects of school-to-work systems. Analysis Regarding the Application of the School-to-Work Opportunities Act of 1944 to Individuals With Disabilities On July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. The ADA is an omnibus civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability by, among others, employers, and entities providing public and private secondary and postsecondary education. The ADA is premised on a system of values that forms the basis for our national disability policy. Under the ADA, disability is recognized as a natural part of the human experience and in no way diminishes the right of individuals to live independently, enjoy self-determination, make choices, contribute to society, pursue meaningful careers, and enjoy full inclusion and integration into all aspects of society. In short, the ADA establishes the basis for a national policy that focuses on the inclusion, independence and empowerment of individuals with disabilities.”