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Disability Community for Democracy, Inc. is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and defending liberal democracy and our civil rights in the USA.

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From October 1st to October 31st, we are hosting our Say No to Crip Crow Advocacy Month. Watch the video to learn more about the Olmstead decision, what we are doing to get the Supreme Court decision codified into the law, and the date to sign up for the Advocacy Month by. Thank you, @timotheusgordon, for creating this video. #Olmstead #SayNoToCripCrow by @dcdinc12

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@dcdinc12 is saying no to Crip Crow, with infographics made by @timotheusgordon, our Framing Assistant Co-Lead. We are demanding that Congress actually truly value the disability community for once and finally codify Olmstead into federal law. Visit the Say No to Crip Crow campaign website for more info. #Olmstead #Codification #Disability The image is a stark black and white graphic with bold white text and minimalist illustrations. The primary message is conveyed through large, capitalized text that dominates the upper left portion of the image: "OLMSTEAD MEANS COMMUNITY LIVING." Below this, a paragraph of smaller white text explains the significance of the 1999 Olmstead v. L.C. decision, stating that it confirmed the right of people with disabilities to live in their communities rather than institutions, provided community-based services are available.

To the right of the main text, a simple illustration depicts a community setting. At the top, a stylized house is shown with three figures inside: one in a wheelchair and two standing figures. To the left of the house, a single tree is drawn. Below the house, a winding white path leads past a cluster of small, square buildings, representing a community. This illustration visually contrasts the idea of institutional living with community living.

In the lower half of the image, a horizontal line divides the space. On the left, a white icon of a balance scale is presented, symbolizing justice or legal rights. To the right of the scale, enclosed in a black box with a white border, is more bold white text: "UNNECESSARY INSTITUTIONALIZATION IS DISCRIMINATION UNDER THE ADA."

Finally, at the very bottom, a thin white line separates another line of smaller white text that reads "COMMUNITY NOT CONFINEMENT." The overall composition is balanced, with text and graphics occupying distinct but complementary areas of the frame. The use of high contrast black and white, along with the clear typography and symbolic imagery, creates a powerful and easily digestible message advocating for disability rights and community inclusion. by @dcdinc12

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The official statement on the Olmstead DOJ Memo from the CEO and Founder of @dcdinc12. Visit Nothing About Us Without Us on Substack to read the statement. Please read and share. #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #DisabilityMedia #Substack #Olmstead #Eugenics The image is a digital graphic, likely a header for a webpage or announcement. At the top, centered text reads "Official Statement On Olmstead DOJ Memo from CEO & Founder" in a dark grey, sans-serif font. Below this is a prominent image.

The image itself is a dark, textured background with prominent text in the foreground. The text is rendered in a bold, stylized font with a distressed, grungy aesthetic. The top line of text reads "SAY NO TO" in a vibrant red color with a slight metallic sheen and subtle shadows. Below this, the words "CRIP CROW" are displayed in large, white, block letters with heavy black outlines and a textured, almost concrete-like fill. There are splatters of red paint or blood-like marks visible in the background behind the text, and a dark, smoky or grunge effect frames the entire graphic.

In the bottom right corner of the graphic, there is a white icon resembling a stylized bookmark or flag.

Below the graphic, centered text reads "Nothing About Us Without Us" in a lighter grey, sans-serif font. Underneath this, in even smaller, all-caps text, is a web address: "DISABILITYCOMMUNITYFORDEMOCRACY.SUBSTACK.COM".

The overall color palette is dominated by dark greys, black, red, and white, creating a stark and impactful visual. The composition is centered, drawing the viewer's eye to the central message and the striking typography. The contrast between the bright red and white text against the dark background makes the message stand out. by @dcdinc12

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Big Announcement: We are bringing "Nothing About Us Without Us" to the national stage! 🎙️✨
To bring hard-hitting, independent disability civic journalism to the mainstream, our publication entered the nationwide Top Host Competition to secure a permanent, 6-episode show produced by iHeartRadio.
We are officially launching our Instagram campaign today, and thanks to our incredible Substack subscribers, we are already holding down the #5 spot in our group!
Our visibility and our humanity are not debatable. We aren't just building a podcast; we are building a media megaphone to protect our civil rights, codify the Olmstead decision, and stop mass institutional segregation.
Voting is completely free once every 24 hours. Help us break into the Top 4 today! Scan the QR code on the screen or head straight to the Linktree link in our bio to cast your free vote. Let’s win this! 🗳️🚀
#DisabilityRights #CivicJournalism #Olmstead #RepresentationMatters #iHeartRadio by @dcdinc12

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The latest on why the Disability Renaissance is a political and cultural framework for disability community from our CEO and Founder via their personal story. This is a three part series. This is part one their high school year, which shapes the framing on the need for a Disability Renaissance.You can read it at Nothing About Us Without Us on Substack. #DisabilityMedia #Substack #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs The image displays a poster with text and an embedded photograph. The title of the poster, in large, dark gray sans-serif font, reads "Dismantling Crip Crow: From Administrative Survival to the Senior Year Victory." Below the title, the photograph is centered and takes up a significant portion of the image.

The photograph depicts a chain-link fence with dense green foliage and trees behind it. Three white rectangular signs are attached to the fence, evenly spaced. The first sign on the left reads "DON'T GIVE UP" in black text. The middle sign says, "YOU ARE NOT ALONE" in black text. The sign on the right reads "YOU MATTER" in black text. The signs are simple and appear to be printed on white paper. The fence is surrounded by a rocky border at its base, and a paved surface is visible in front of the fence. The background of the photograph is slightly blurred, with hints of buildings and more greenery. The overall tone of the photograph is natural and a bit overcast, with muted green and brown colors. In the bottom right corner of the photograph, there is a small, light brown triangular flag or emblem.

Below the photograph, there is more text. A prominent line in dark gray sans-serif font reads "Nothing About Us Without Us." Beneath this, in a smaller, light gray font, is the website address "DISABILITYCOMMUNITYFORDEMOCRACY.SUBSTACK.COM." The background of the entire poster is a light gray. The composition is balanced, with the text and image arranged hierarchically to convey a message of support and empowerment. by @dcdinc12

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This article kicks off our political and cultural position. The disability community needs a Disability Renaissance. Visit Nothing About Us Without Us on Substack to read the article. #DisabilityMedia #Substack #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs The image is a graphic presentation with a dark, dramatic backdrop featuring the United States Capitol building. The Capitol dome is prominent and illuminated, set against a dark, cloudy sky, giving a somber and imposing atmosphere. To the left of the dome, a portion of the Capitol's wings and facade, with its columns and architectural details, is visible. On the right side of the dome, a small American flag is depicted, adding a national symbol to the scene.

Overlaying the image of the Capitol is a dark blue rectangle with white text. The text reads "DISABILITY RENAISSANCE" in large, bold, sans-serif font, stacked in two lines. Below this, in a smaller font, is the subtitle "THE D.C. POST-MORTEM". A thin white border frames the text on the left and top, and a horizontal line separates the subtitle from the main title.

Above the Capitol image, in the upper portion of the graphic, is the title "Disability Renaissance: The D.C. Post-Mortem" in plain, dark gray text. Below the Capitol image, centered on a light gray background, is another line of text in a larger, dark gray font that reads "Nothing About Us Without Us". Beneath this, in a smaller, dark gray font, is a web address: "DISABILITYCOMMUNITYFORDEMOCRACY.SUBSTACK.COM".

The overall color palette is dominated by dark blues, grays, and white, with the light gray background creating a subtle contrast. The composition is balanced, with the Capitol image as the central visual element and the text providing information and context. The use of shadows and the dramatic lighting on the Capitol contribute to a serious and reflective tone. by @dcdinc12

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Part 2 of our CEO and Founder's first-person account of the National ADAPT action. To learn more about their experiences and why we need to codify Olmstead into federal law, visit Nothing About Us Without Us on Substack. #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #DisabilityMedia #Substack The image displays a close-up photograph of a law enforcement officer and a person in a wheelchair, with text overlaying the scene.

The main focus of the photograph is that a man in a dark uniform is a law enforcement officer. He is wearing a black baseball cap, a tactical vest with various pouches and equipment, and a dark short-sleeved shirt. He has a prominent mustache and appears to be looking down. His hands are resting on a metal railing, which separates him from the person in the wheelchair.

To the left of the guard, a person in a wheelchair is visible from the back. They are wearing a bright turquoise t-shirt with a graphic design on it. Their hair is pulled up in a bun.

In the foreground, positioned behind the railing and next to the guard is a wheelchair. The wheelchair is equipped with a black headrest. A bright green vest is draped over the back of the wheelchair, with the word "Onward" visible in black lettering. Several other items, some appearing to be red and yellow, are also visible in the wheelchair.

The background of the photograph shows a metallic fence or barrier with horizontal and vertical bars, suggesting an outdoor public space, possibly a perimeter around an event or facility. The lighting appears to be daylight, creating some contrast and shadows.

The colors in the image are dominated by the dark uniform of the guard, the bright turquoise of the t-shirt, and the vibrant green of the vest. The metallic elements of the railing and fence are rendered in shades of gray.

The composition places the guard centrally and prominently, with the person in the wheelchair and the wheelchair itself forming a significant part of the lower frame. The railing acts as a strong horizontal element that divides the space.

Above the photograph, there is text that reads "The District Surge: Turning From Pavement to Power". Below the photograph, there is more text: "Nothing About Us Without Us" and then a web address: "DISABILITYCOMMUNITYFORDEMOCRACY.SUBSTACK.COM". This text suggests that the image is part of a publication or article related to disability advocacy and activism. by @dcdinc12

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This is our CEO and founder's first-person account of Day 1 of the National ADAPT action. @dcdinc12 has a responsibility through our media outlet called Nothing About Us Without Us to cover what is happening on the ground in a truthful manner and we won't sanitize our reporting even being grateful for everything that National ADAPT has done in the past for the disability rights movement. Visit Nothing About Us Without Us on Substack to read the article. The image is a graphic overlaying text and an image. The text at the top reads "The Sanitized Radicalism of the HHS Pavement". Below this is a photograph of a group of people sitting on a low concrete wall in front of a modern building. The building has large glass windows and a beige stone facade. A portrait of George Washington is visible in the central section of the building's entrance. The people in the photograph appear to be engaged in a protest or gathering. Some are sitting, others are standing. There are people of various ages and backgrounds. Some individuals are wearing brightly colored clothing, such as a yellow jacket and a green t-shirt. Several people are holding small American flags. On the far right of the photograph, a person in a mobility scooter with an American flag attached is visible. The overall color palette of the photograph is muted, with the exception of some of the clothing worn by the individuals and the flags. The concrete wall in the foreground is a light gray, and the pavement in front of it is also gray and appears to be paved with large rectangular tiles.

Below the photograph, more text is displayed. The text reads "Nothing About Us Without Us" in a large, bold font, and beneath that, "DISABILITYCOMMUNITYFORDEMOCRACY.SUBSTACK.COM" in a smaller, all-caps font. The background of the entire graphic is a very light gray. The composition of the image places the text above and below the photograph, with the photograph being the central visual element. The photograph itself is framed horizontally, with the people forming a line across the lower portion of the frame. The building serves as a backdrop, occupying the upper half of the photograph. by @dcdinc12

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This is our official statement on Texas v. Kennedy from our CEO and Founder. Go to Nothing About Us Without Us on Substack to read. #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #TexasVKennedy #Section504 #Olmstead #DisabilityMedia The image displays a section of a webpage. At the top, there is text that reads "The Rise of Crip Crow: Texas v. Kennedy and the Rights Rollback [CEO's Official Statement]". Below this title, centered in the frame, is a graphic illustration. This illustration features the words "THE RISE OF CRIP CROW" prominently displayed in large, bold, red, and textured lettering against a dark, textured background. The lettering has a somewhat distressed or splattered effect, adding to its visual impact. To the right of the text, there is a stylized graphic element resembling a flag or bookmark, with horizontal lines within it, also in a dark shade. The entire graphic area is framed by a subtle shadow, giving it a slightly raised appearance. Below the graphic, there are two lines of text. The first line reads "Nothing About Us Without Us" in a lighter gray color. The second line, in a darker gray and in all capital letters, reads "DISABILITYCOMMUNITYFORDEMOCRACY.SUBSTACK.COM". The overall color palette is dominated by dark grays, black, and vibrant red in the title graphic, with lighter grays for the supporting text. The composition places the title and the main graphic centrally, with the supporting text below, creating a clear hierarchy of information. by @dcdinc12

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This is the latest article from Nothing About Us Without that dropped yesterday. Our humanity is not up for debate. #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #DisabilityMedia #Substack The image is a black and white photograph featuring a man in a wheelchair in the foreground, overlaid with text. The man is wearing a baseball cap, glasses, and a face mask, with a cigarette in his mouth. He is wearing a t-shirt with the words "DEFENSE OF BLACK LIVES" and "BLACK LIVES MATTER" visible. The wheelchair is a prominent element, with its spokes and frame clearly depicted. The background is blurred and shows what appears to be a street or paved area, with hints of other people or objects.

The text on the image is in a large, serif font and is strategically placed to dominate the lower half of the frame. The main heading reads "Why We Refuse to Let Our Humanity Be Up for Debate". Below this, smaller text states, "From 80s cartoons to 2026 survival: our final call to register for the October Say No to Crip Crow Advocacy Month". Further down, in a more script-like font, is the phrase "Nothing About Us Without Us". At the very bottom, in all caps, is a website address: "DISABILITYCOMMUNITYFORDEMOCRACY.SUBSTACK.COM", accompanied by a stylized graphic element resembling a flag or banner.

The overall tone of the image is serious and activist in nature, likely related to civil rights and disability advocacy. The black and white rendering adds to the gravity and historical feel of the subject matter. The composition places the man and his wheelchair as the central focus, with the text serving to convey a message of empowerment and resistance. The lighting appears to be somewhat harsh, creating strong contrasts and shadows. by @dcdinc12

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