Out of Sight and Out of Mind
Progressive.org
The U.S. Department of Justice issued an opinion memo claiming that the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Olmstead decision do not compel states to provide community support options for people with disabilities. This interpretation has been widely condemned by disability rights organizations as a signal that the federal government will no longer enforce protections against the institutionalization of disabled individuals. Critics argue this move undermines civil rights by allowing states to segregate disabled residents without fear of federal repercussions.
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