Neurotypicals are Mindblind Too! (If anyone is)

“Mindblind” is the phrase coined by Simon Baron-Cohen to describe how autistic people view the world. The Wikipedia entry I think does a fair job of exploring the origins of the theory and the many, many, many critiques. For many autistic people, it in no way describes their lived reality, to which pro-mindblind folks reply, … Continue ReadingNeurotypicals are Mindblind Too! (If anyone is)

Disability and Policing: Burley’s Bad Knees

I forgot about this story and hadn’t thought about it as a disability-related case until I clicked on this tweet. With appreciation to @radleybalko for keeping what happened to the Burleys alive. https://t.co/TXiVrRO86f — Scott Greenfield (@ScottGreenfield) September 1, 2016 Radley Balko writes about the case here. It’s the consequence of a no-knock raid by … Continue ReadingDisability and Policing: Burley’s Bad Knees

Zoos and Accessibility: The Omaha Splashpad

I follow zoos and accessibility issues because zoos are super important to Nico. Here’s one from Omaha. It uses “handicapped” a lot (still so commonly in use) and is about a communication failure that gets resolved. At least a few children with disabilities have been turned away from the Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium’s new … Continue ReadingZoos and Accessibility: The Omaha Splashpad

Disability and Policing: Leroy Duffie (double amputee, black) and the #CultOfCompliance

A double amputee (legs) not matching the description of a robbery suspect was told by police to get out of the car with his hands up. 8th Circuit Court has reversed a district court granting “qualified immunity” to the police in question. I’m going to be referring to this case a lot as it embodies … Continue ReadingDisability and Policing: Leroy Duffie (double amputee, black) and the #CultOfCompliance