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Monday, August 5, 2013

First Deaf Mayoral Candidate Begins to Campaign

Carol Hirsch has worked through many challenging situations. This would be a great attribute for a Mayor to have. I am hoping she has everything it takes to not only win, but help her community be successful and thrive. I'm excited she has thrown her hat into the ring. Read more at The Frederick News-Post

"The law requires all organizations or businesses — public or private — to provide everyone equal access to all programs, services and activities they offer, regardless of their disability."  Pattee Brown, co-founder of Frederick Gorilla. 

For deaf and hard of hearing, this means we need access via ASL interpreting, and/or captioning (CART services).


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http://www.fredericknewspost.com/news/politics_and_government/governmental_and_political_topics/rights/article_56a906b7-18c8-5d06-8885-05516af60164.html

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