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On this date in 1829, Laura Bridgman was born
About 20 years before Helen Keller’s education, Laura Bridgman became first deaf-blind American to gain a significant education in the...
Dec 21, 20241 min read
On this date in 1889, Laura Bridgman died
About 20 years before Helen Keller’s education, Laura Bridgman became first deaf-blind American to gain a significant education in the...
May 24, 20241 min read
Deaf-Blind artist finds his true voice through his sculptures
Tony Giordano expresses himself through copper art. image from CBS News York video Giordano was born deaf, and four years ago diabetes...
Jan 19, 20231 min read
SCOTUS: Deaf-Blind Woman Cannot Get Emotional-Distress damages
Jane Cummings sued a Texas physical therapy service for failing to provide her with an ASL interpreter in 2016 but the Supreme Court...
Apr 28, 20221 min read
Deaf Woman's case to go before the Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether a deaf woman can sue for emotional distress damages after not being provided an interpreter....
Sep 1, 20211 min read
Deaf-blind Paralympian quits Team USA to make a statement
Six-time Paralympic medalist Becca Meyers, who has three gold medals, is not gong to compete in the 2021 Tokyo games. Team USA told the...
Jul 20, 20211 min read
Helen Keller Doll Backlash
Not everyone is happy with the Barbie Helen Keller doll released by Mattel. The doll has symmetrical eyes which do not accurately...
May 22, 20211 min read
First Deaf-Blind actor cast in a lead role in an Oscar-shortlisted film
The short film "Feeling Through” features Robert Tarango in his acting debut. Inspired by a real-life meeting between director Doug...
Mar 30, 20211 min read