The Nowhere People

The narrative explores the exclusion of individuals with complex identities from support systems that favor simplification. It highlights the struggles of being blacklisted in healthcare and the refusal to acknowledge multifaceted realities. The author calls for a restructuring of systems to recognize and accommodate the complexities of human experiences, particularly for marginalized individuals.

The Cruelty of “Work Requirements”: A Decades-Long War on the Disabled

The discussions around imposing "work requirements" on SSDI and SSI recipients reflect a long-standing strategy that mischaracterizes disability. These proposals unjustly pressure those recognized as unable to work, aiming to redefine disability while undermining rights. Advocacy against such measures is essential to protect the social contract for the vulnerable.