Nov 01 Watch 9:46 Former NYC deputy mayor raises millions for ALS research while facing his own mortality By Judy Woodruff, Ryan Connelly Holmes Some 30,000 Americans have been diagnosed with ALS, the rare neurodegenerative condition also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. As researchers work for a cure, one patient is raising millions for the cause while he reckons with his own mortality. Judy… Continue watching
Oct 05 Watch 10:18 Advocates concerned about workers with disabilities earning below minimum wage By Judy Woodruff, Layla Quran, Sam Lane Even with the low unemployment rate in the United States, the situation for people with disabilities is much tougher. Only about 20% of them have a job and some who do are paid less than the federal minimum wage. After… Continue watching
May 22 Watch 10:31 Oklahomans with disabilities face long waitlists for home and community-based services By Judy Woodruff, Layla Quran, Adam Kemp More than half a million Americans are on waiting lists to receive long-term care in their homes. Most people on these lists have intellectual and developmental disabilities and sometimes need help with daily activities like cooking, maintaining a job or… Continue watching