The most popular programs for the Disabled Persons Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1124 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Sat, 18 May 2013 05:08:49 GMT Thom Hartmann, syndicated radio talk show host, has a radio program, now in its 6th year, airing live daily from noon-3pm in many markets including Dallas, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Miami, Seattle, Detroit, Chicago and Washington, D.C. He is also on XM and Sirius Satellite radio. He is the author of over 20 books including [Threshold: The Crisis of Western Culture], [Screwed: The Undeclared War Against the Middle Class], [Unequal Protection: The Rise of Corporate Dominance and the Theft of Human Rights], and [What Would Jefferson Do?]. Over the past 30 years, Thom Hartmann has started and sold seven corporations. He is the founder and former executive director of a program for emotionally disturbed and abused children called The New England Salem Children's Village. He has also worked in establishing hospitals, schools, and other centers in Uganda, Columbia, Russia, India, and Australia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291774-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291774-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT With Republican and Democratic 'Individuals with Disabilities Education Act' sponsors and others standing behind him, President Bush thanked Rep. Castle, Senator Kennedy and other dignitaries who were present. The president spoke briefly and topics included special education teachers, individual tutoring, the role of parents, the reduction of paperwork, and local control. After his remarks he signed the reauthorization of the IDEA legislation with disabled children standing beside him. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184679-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184679-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT To mark the 20th anniversary of the passage of the Americans With Disabilities Act, Senator Tom Harkin, a chief sponsor of the act, moderated a discussion on the history of the disability rights movement. Speakers included current and former members of Congress who were instrumental in passing the legislation, along with disability advocates. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294746-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294746-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Luis Carlos Montalván talked about his book, [Until Tuesday: A Wounded Warrior and the Golden Retriever Who Saved Him]. Mr. Montalván served in the U.S. Army for 17 years until he was disabled. He was accompanied by his service dog, Tuesday. He talked about the problems of wounded warriors and how his dog helped him. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. This presentation was in the James Michener Non-Fiction Pavilion on the grounds of City Hall at the 3rd annual Gaithersburg Book Festival. The program concluded with scenes of the festival and schedule information. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306091-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306091-5 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Harriet McBryde Johnson was interviewed about her book [Too Late to Die Young: Nearly True Tales from a Life], published by Henry Holt and Co. Harriet McBryde Johnson was born with congenital neuromuscular disease and has never been able to walk. In her memoir she recalls growing up in Charleston, South Carolina, her career as a civil rights attorney, the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, and her experiences as a disability activist. Because she wants kids with disabilities to grow up "prepared to survive," not merely waiting to die, she has protested against the Jerry Lewis muscular dystrophy telethon for thirteen years. She answered questions from Ms. Ringelheim and from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191646-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191646-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Greg Perry talked about his book [Disabling America: The Unintended Consequences of the Government's Protection of the Handicapped], published by Nelson Current. He writes that the Americans with Disabilities Act has done more to harm the handicapped than to help them. The author tells his own story of being born with only three deformed fingers and one leg and how his parents refused to allow those physical defects to set him back personally or professionally. He relates his own story to that of the handicapped in America and how they're affected by the ADA. The author makes his case by saying that the quality of life for the disabled has not improved since the ADA went into effect and it has restricted the freedoms of all citizens through strict regulations, lawsuits, and restricted economic growth. After his presentation he responded to questions from members of the audience. Greg Perry is the author of more than 75 books on computer systems and computer programming. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186958-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186958-3 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT To mark the 20th anniversary of the passage of the Americans With Disabilities Act, Senator Tom Harkin, a chief sponsor of the act, moderated two discussions. In this, the second panel, various officers of enforcement agencies and advocacy organizations talked about the status of the laws for disabled individuals http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294746-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294746-2 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Senator Tom Harkin talked about the 20th anniversary of the American with Disabilities Act. He also discussed the Democratic agenda to create jobs and responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. The program began with a clip of President George H.W. Bush speaking about Americans with Disabilities Act at a signing ceremony for the bill. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294745-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294745-4 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Tennessee Reed talked about her book [Spell Albuquerque: Memoir of a "Difficult" Student] (AK Press; March 1, 2009). In the book she recounts being diagnosed at an early age with a language-based communication disorder and being told she would never read or write. She recalls her efforts to get the education she would need and the reform that she argues is necessary for other Black, Hispanic, and gay students with learning disabilities. She read passages from the book and responded to questions from members of the audience. Tennessee Reed is the author of several books of poetry. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289185-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289185-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Senators debated a United Nations treaty on disabilities. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309777-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309777-5 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Quinn Bradlee talked about his book [A Different Life: Growing Up Learning Disabled and Other Adventures] (PublicAffairs; March 30, 2009). Topics included hisdevelopmental and learning disabilities, how he has coped with them, and improvements in treatment. Quinn Bradlee, son of former [Washington Post] editor Ben Bradlee and writer Sally Quinn, attended Landmark College, American University, and the New York Film Academy. He has made a series of short documentary films about children with learning disabilities and rare genetic syndromes. He was interviewed at the 32nd Annual National Press Club Book Fair and Authors' Night, a fundraiser for the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library held Tuesday, November 17, 2009 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290130-12 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290130-12 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Several interviews were shown from the GOV 2.0 Expo. Jeffrey Carr is the chief executive officer of Greylogic, a firm that investigates cyber-conflicts. He discussed how secure the U.S. is against cyberattack. Judy Brewer works on ensuring that the Web is made more accessible to those with disabilities. Danah Boyd is a social scientist for Microsoft who studies how young people use and relate to the Web. These interviews were recorded in May 2010. The GOV 2.0 Expo was held at the convention center in Washington, D.C., May 25-27, 2010. The Expo features experts interested in using technology to promote a more open government. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events that shape telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294911-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294911-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Lawlor talked with children about her young person's biography, [Helen Keller: Rebellious Spirit], published by Holiday House. The book describes the life of Helen Keller, who lost her sight and hearing when she was nineteen months old, and how she learned to read and write in 1887 when she was seven years old. The author talked about Helen's personality, her family, her struggles, and her fame. In a presentation for the students, Ms. Lawlor exhibited photographs of Helen at different stages of her life and an example of her early writing. She answered audience questions. Ms. Sorge, an instructor at the Hadley School for the Blind, explained the Braille alphabet to students and talked about the experience of being blind. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167072-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167072-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The former first lady talked about her book, [Helping Someone With Mental Illness: A Compassionate Guide for Family, Friends, and Caregivers], published by Times Books. She described many types of mental illness, scientific research, diagnosis, and treatment for patients. She also related stories of individuals with mental illness, and gave advice to caregivers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/114487-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/114487-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke about the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294755-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294755-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT In an excerpt from the House floor, members debated H.Res.394, which concerns H.R.2273, a measure that would guarantee disabled Americans equal access to public facilities, mass transit and jobs. It would require that companies with more than 15 employees make reasonable accommodations that do not impose an undue burden if a disabled person is otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job. The Senate passed its version of the bill last September. President Bush has said he supports the legislation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12302-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12302-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Emily Cadei was interviewed via Skype about the failure of the Senate vote on ratifying the United Nations disabilities treaty. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309783-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309783-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT A hearing was held to examine issues related to tactilely distinguishable currency for the blind. Witness spoke about their reaction to a May appeals court ruling which said that similar paper sizes for differing values of money created hardships for the blind. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280153-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280153-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Former President Bush spoke at a gala observing the 15th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. He signed the legislation into law in 1990. The George Bush Medal for the Empowerment of People with Disabilities was presented to three persons. The gala was held at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187924-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187924-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT After meeting with President Clinton, several disabled advocates talked to reporters about their opposition to the current design of the FDR memorial which does not show him in a wheelchair. The president agreed to support legislation to make sure one of the statues at the memorial, which will soon open, will show him in a wheelchair. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/80662-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/80662-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT A hearing was held on H.R. 5772, the Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2008. This bill seeks to increase the amount of affordable, supportive housing available for people with disabilities. Supportive housing refers to the availability of services such as assistance with housekeeping and daily living that make it possible for residents to live independently. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/206088-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/206088-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The panelists talked about a report, "Righting the Rights," on the future of the Americans with Disabilities Act in the wake of recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Participants described instances where disabled persons have lost disability status through new interpretations of the law. The report requests changes in the Act to further uphold the civil rights of disabled persons. The participants answered reporters' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184641-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184641-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Department of Defense released its final report on Thursday on the future of military health care for wounded soldiers and their families returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. Gail Wilensky talked about the report and summarized the ten action points that were created from the research. She talked about the procedures for career military officials and returning veterans to receive medical care. She answered questions from callers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202421-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202421-2 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/8719-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/8719-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4328 to authorize appropriations for fiscal years 1991 and 1992 for the customs and trade agencies. The Senate agreed to the conference report on S. 933 to establish a clear and comprehensive prohibition of discrimination on the basis of disability. The Senate resumed consideration of S. 2104 to amend the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to restore and strengthen civil rights laws that ban discrimination in employment. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14636-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14636-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton spoke about the employing of people with disabilities and the discrimination that they encounter. He stated that employing people with disabilities helps sustain the U.S. economy. He also stated that federal agencies will provide equal employment opportunities for people with mental illness. Awards were presented to citizens who have enabled people with disabilities to find employment. President Clinton also made a brief statement about the peace negotiations in Yugoslavia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/124360-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/124360-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) 1987, also known as the Federal Nursing Home Reform Act, was passed 20 years prior to this panel discussion. The panelists talked about the history, content, and shortfalls in OBRA. The panelists also talked about the future of long-term care in the U.S. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202813-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202813-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The House is scheduled to begin consideration of this measure today. The legislation is an extension of current law to the private sector and uses EEOC remedies. The bill is based on a 1973 law, which requires recipients of federal funds to not discriminate against people with disabilities because of their disabilities. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12288-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12288-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Kuczynski talked about the 15th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, how the Act has been implemented, and its effects on the workplace. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187855-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187855-5 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Current news events and political issues were examined through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with journalists, newsmakers and legislators; and viewer telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. In the first segment, Mr. Harden talked about the morning headlines including the Dole campaign. In the next segment, Mr. Seiberg talked about the Federal Reserve system including its budget. Representatives Lewis and Stokes talked about current issues including welfare reform. Ms. Snyder talked by telephone about her political views and future plans. In the final segment, Ms. Bristo and Mr. Hudgins talked about the Americans with Disabilities Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73860-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73860-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act on both business and labor, as well as several legal cases filed under the provisions of the act. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168385-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168385-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Senate passed S. 1970 the Omnibus Crime Bill to establish constitutional procedures for the imposition of the sentence of death. The Senate agreed to a motion to recommit S. 933 to establish a clear and comprehensive prohibition of discrimination on the basis of disability. A unanimous-consent agreement was reached providing for the consideration of H.R. 4328 to authorize appropriations for the fiscal years 1991 and 1992 for the customs and trade agencies. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14633-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14633-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Frieden talked about the report on disability issued the previous day by the National Council on Disability. The council says the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act has been eroded by a series of Supreme Court decisions that have reduced the civil rights of the disabled. He also responded to telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail from viewers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184644-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184644-6 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT A public hearing was held to discuss the Americans with Disabilities Act, which is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. Witnesses at the hearing focused their discussion on employment opportunities for disabled citizens. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/27214-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/27214-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The guests discuss the ramifications of the act which will be taken up by the House tomorrow. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12363-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12363-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Chief of the U.S. Paralypmics talked about how injured veterans can participate in the Paralypmics. He discussed the history of the Paralypmics and the benefits of participating in it. He answered questions from members of the audience. This event was held at the Renaissance Washington Hotel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204627-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204627-5 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Senator Harkin talked about the 15th anniversary of the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act that he authored. He also talked about stem cell legislation he has co-sponsored that would expand federal funding for research on stem cell lines. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187845-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187845-2 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT In a seminar for state and local education leaders, Mr. Shanker spoke on the changing role of classrooms in U.S. public schools. He is in favor of full inclusion of students with special needs into regular classes. He also discussed the problems this inclusion poses for education. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/53785-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/53785-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Ms. McLennan talked about the history of the printing program and the process used to produce Braille materials. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161774-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161774-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The National Council on Disability, an independent federal agency, sponsored a public hearing on the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act. In the afternoon session of the hearing, witnesses testified on public accommodations for the handicapped. The Americans with Disabilities Act is a civil rights law prohibiting discrimination against the physically handicapped based on their disabilities. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/27218-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/27218-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The president addresses the opening session of the President's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12331-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12331-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT After brief presentations by Folcarelli and Reich, the Disability Outreach directors of the Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns described the candidates' positions briefly and then answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/160204-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/160204-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Dole spoke about the Americans With Disabilities Act, and discussed its impact on those with disabilities in the 14 years since its passage. Mr. Dole enlivened his remarks with anecdotes of his own experiences as a person with a disability, and discussed how he helped to secure passage of the legislation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182849-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182849-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The House suspended the rules and passed H.R. 3053, to amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to strengthen such Act. The House suspended the rules and passed H.R. 3057, to amend the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1986. The House suspended the rules and passed H.R. 3054, to amend the Temporary Child Care for Children with Disabilities and Crisis Nurseries Act of 1986. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/21116-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/21116-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The participants announced the release of a Council report titled, "Creating Livable Communities." The report identifies barriers to developing communities where it is easy for the disabled to live, and recommends methods for overcoming those barriers. Topics included appropriate housing, transportation options, ways to be engaged with fellow community members, participation in cultural and recreational activities, affordable housing, safety, and the legislation to accomplish these conditions. After their remarks the participants answered audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195205-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195205-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT At the annual meeting of the President's Committee on the Employment of the Handicapped, members hear representatives of congressional committees discuss the disability agenda for the remainder of the 100th Congress. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/2511-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/2511-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about the presidential candidate's views on issues affecting disabled persons. Among the issues they discussed were the American's With Disabilities Act, moving disabled persons into the workforce, and health care policy. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159373-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159373-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Frieden spoke about community-based services for the disabled and his goals as the new chairman of the president's National Council on Disability. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/175365-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/175365-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton talked about the importance of employing disabled Americans. He announced that the federal workforce will expand opportunities for those with disabilities. He focused on a proposed bill to allow disabled Americans to maintain their Medicare or Medicaid coverage when they return to work. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152847-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152847-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT In a weekly address President Bush talked about federal protections for the disabled. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165408-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165408-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT