(1975). Barrier-Free Architecture: 'Yesterday's Special Design Becomes Tomorrow's Standard.'. AIA Journal, 63, 3, 40-44, Mar 75. Presents a summary report and a checklist on making buildings more accessible to the handicapped. (Author)…
(1974). Richmond and Detroit: A Tale of Two Cities. NOLPE School Law Journal, 4, 1, 12-18, 74. Discusses two recent federal court decisions on the legality of consolidating and reorganizing city and adjacent suburban school districts to correct de jure racial segregation. (JG)…
(1975). Brown v. Board of Education — The 1954 Decision. Journal of Law and Education, 4, 1, 1-7, Jan 75. Presents Chief Justice Warren's opinion setting forth the argument that separate educational facilities are inherently unequal and that segregated schools are a denial of the equal protection guaranteed by the 14th amendment. (DW)…
(1974). Right to Vote. Exceptional Parent, 4, 6, 24-5, Nov/Dec 74. The mother of an 18-year-old boy afflicted with Down's Syndrome discusses her initial apprehension and subsequent pride when her son insisted on exercising his right to vote. (LH)…
(1975). W. Clement Stone: Financial Wizard, Philanthropist, Would-Be Educator. Phi Delta Kappan, 56, 6, 422-425, Feb 75. W. Clement Stone responds to questions on education, politics, morality, economics, and motivation. (DW)…
(1988). AIDS Federal Policy Act of 1987. Hearings on S. 1575: To Amend the Public Health Service Act To Establish a Grant Program To Provide for Counseling and Testing Services Relating to Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome and To Establish Certain Prohibitions for the Purpose of Protecting Individuals with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or Related Conditions. Committee on Labor and Human Resources. United States Senate, One Hundredth Congress, First Session. This document presents the text from two Senate hearings on the AIDS Federal Policy Act of 1987 which concerns voluntary testing for AIDS virus, education and counseling to stop the spread of AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), and confidentiality and discrimination against AIDS victims. In the first hearing, opening statements are included from Senators Edward Kennedy, Strom Thurmond, Orrin Hatch, and Dan Quayle. Testimony is provided by Louise and Clifford Ray, accompanied by their three hemophiliac sons, Robert, Richard, and Randy, all of whom have tested positive for the AIDS virus; their daughter Candy; their physician, Jerry Barbosa; and their attorney, William Earl. Also providing testimony are: (1) Alberta Fuentes and Katy Taylor, Commission on Human Rights, New York City; (2) Lonnie Bristow, American Medical Association, Chicago, Illinois; (3) Mary Foley, American Nurses Association, Washington, D.C.; (4) Bonnie Strickland, American Psychological Association; (5)… [PDF]
(1980). We Are Metis. A Metis View of the Development of a Native Canadian People. Written from a Metis' point of view, the book narrates Metis history (mid 1600's to present) and recalls the people's struggle for aboriginal rights and recognition of the Canadian confederation. Historical accounts include a brief description of the Metis; establishment of the Selkirk Settlement by the Hudson Bay Company; western movement and settlement of Canada; organization of the National Committee of the Metis of the Red River formed by Louis Riel; influences of Metis leaders (Louis Riel and Gabriel Dumont); implementation of federal legislation (Manitoba Act and Indian Act); and formation of the National Indian Council and implications of "Red Power." Facts pertaining to aboriginal rights and land claims are explored in one chapter. A description of the development of a new kind of Metis in the 20th century and their fight to establish their place in Canadian society concludes the document. (ERB)…
(1982). Autopsy of the Equal Rights Amendment: Failure to Meet Opposition Rhetoric. The failure of the supporters of the Equal Rights Amendment to understand the rhetoric and world view of its opponents resulted in the defeat of the amendment. The opponents of the ERA had six arguments: women are not discriminated against; women will be drafted; protective labor laws will be eliminated; the ERA will destroy tradition regarding support, alimony, and child custody; legislation already exists to do what the ERA will do; and the ERA will require men and women to use the same restrooms. Opponents characterized proponents as radical militant "libbers" who are aggressive and unrepresentative of American values. Strategies of ERA proponents violated the world view of its opponents and of male legislators, that women should remain in their proper sphere, the home, perform wifely duties, and ultimately be placed on a pedestal. Supporters could have emphasized that protective labor laws should apply to husband as well as wife, that existing legislation is not… [PDF]
(1974). The Legal Rights of People in Institutions. Australian Journal of Mental Retardation, 3, 2, 34-9, Jun 74. The struggle to provide legal rights of mentally retarded people in institutions is discussed, with particular reference to recent activities in the United States. (Author)…
(1974). Going the Second Mile. One Way of Looking at It. Phi Delta Kappan, 56, 3, 220-221, Nov 74. Desegregation, still in process, constituted the first mile. Now desegregation is making few major gains. Through the approaches of \community study, democratic atmosphere, curriculum permeation, and group dynamics,\ joined by the current emphasis on the \direct experience\ approach, perhaps the second mile can be traveled to achieve integration. (Author)…
(1974). Services for Handicapped. Major Issues for '75. CEFP Journal, 12, 4, 14-15, Jul-Aug 74. Seven million children in the United States (one out of every 10) have permanent disabilities. Because of new State laws and recent court decisions, public schools must enroll at all levels a class of students comprised of the deaf, blind, handicapped; or those who suffer from speech impairments, mental retardation, emotional disorders, or learning disabilities. Unified services may be the only alternative open to the public schools for satisfying the needs of all handicapped children. (Author/EA)…
(1974). Still waiting. Times Education Supplement (London), 3078, 21, May 24 74. The adoption bill is being redrafted. Should the rights of parents or children come first? (Editor)…
(1974). Procedural Guidelines for Colleges and Universities in Search and Seizure. Journal of the NAWDAC, 37, 4, 179-185, Sum 74. A discussion of the legal boundaries of search and seizure in colleges and universities. The meanings of \Probable Cause\ and \Reasonableness\ are examined along with the concept of student rights. (EK)…
(1969). Human Dignity: Challenge and Response. J Nat Assn Wom Deans Counselors, 32, 3, 141-43, 69 Spr. …
(1969). The Nixonians and School Desegregation. Southern Educ Rep, 4, 10, 22-29, 69 Jun. …