A Seat at the Table: One Step at a Time

As a result of an automobile accident at age ten, Thomas lost both of his legs from the knee below. Thomas' eight year-old brother did not survive the accident. Peter has since engaged rehabilitative therapy and technology, including the use of prosthesis, to gain mobility.
I originally thought my meeting with Thomas was going to cover accessibility and disability culture during his law school years. He entered law school after the passage of the Rehab Act, and he graduated just before the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Instead, much to my humble surprise and happiness, our conversation broadened to include inspiration, hope, and encouragement for disabled students aspiring to stand as agents of change.

As mentioned in the chat, here are the following links:
Bobby Silverstein's Synthesis: Powerpoint, Iowa Law Review Article
Don Fresh and Peter Thomas' Book is Here
Music Credit: Archie Smith
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