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Does Facebook Hate Blind People?


Facebook Hates Blind People | Nillabyte [MW: I think the conclusion here is extreme, but it’s a gambit to get Facebook’s attention. I don’t think Facebook *hates* blind people – it just never thinks about them at all. I updated … Continue reading

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McLuhan’s Cameo Scene in “Annie Hall”


Marshall McLuhan plays himself in a cameo scene from the 1977 Woody Allen film “Annie Hall.” In the scene, Allen (center) argues with an academically officious film professor who cites McLuhan while waiting in line to get into a movie. McLuhan steps in from the wings to tell the pedant, “You know nothing of my work!” Continue reading

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Accessibility for Financial Services: DOJ Reaches Settlement Agreement with Wells Fargo


On May 31, 2011, the Justice Department’s Disability Rights Section and Office of the United States Attorney for the Northern District of California entered into a comprehensive settlement agreement with Wells Fargo & Company. Under the Agreement, Wells Fargo will pay up to $16 million to compensate individuals who experienced discrimination in violation of Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) when trying to call Wells Fargo, access Wells Fargo’s services, or visit one of Wells Fargo’s retail stores. Continue reading

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U.S. Department of Education Issues Guidance on Rights of Students With Disabilities When Educational Institutions Use Technology


The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued guidance through Dear Colleague Letters to elementary and secondary schools and institutions of higher education along with a Frequently Asked Questions document on the legal obligation to provide students with disabilities an equal opportunity to enjoy the benefits of technology. This guidance is a critical step in the Department’s ongoing efforts to ensure that students with disabilities receive equal access to the educational benefits and services provided by their schools, colleges and universities. All students, including those with disabilities, must have the tools needed to obtain a world-class education that prepares them for success in college and careers. Continue reading

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Accessibility and the Future of Video


The 2nd Annual Open Video Conference brought together filmmakers, students, thinkers, inventors, hackers, businessfolks, and lawyers for panels, screenings, performances, and exhibits, all focused on the future of video. Continue reading

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