Disability Rights

August 28, 2014

4 Min Read

I’ll Trade You the Pink-Ribbon Teddy Bear for Jerry Lewis Any Day

Ingride Tischner writes a critical analysis on Jerry Lewis, the MDA, and disability charity, in general.

Disability Rights

September 14, 2010

7 Min Read

Jerry Lewis Can Suck My…….

I am sick of people saying those of us with MD just need to shut up and accept what Jerry gives us. Really???? Why should we accept anything from a man who degrades those with Muscular Dystrophy?

Disability Rights

February 23, 2009

1 Min Read

The Top Ten Reasons “I’m Thankful” For the MDA

The Muscular Dystrophy Association has been a part of my life since I was four years old. Since so many people are saying those of us with MD should be grateful to the MDA and to Jerry Lewis, I decided to take them up on that offer and write this…

Disability Rights

February 23, 2009

1 Min Read

Reader’s Email: Get Over Jerry Lewis!

I responded to a reader email I received concerning my feelings for Jerry Lewis, who believes those of us in wheelchairs need to stay in our houses.

Disability Rights

February 21, 2009

1 Min Read

Oscar Patronizes the Disabled Community

I’m ashamed to want to be a part of the film industry right now. The Executive Director of the Academy of Motion Pictures, Bruce Davis, responded to a letter by a group of disability rights activists. I found the letter to be extremely condescending, talking down to the activists. Furthermore,…

Disability Rights

February 21, 2009

1 Min Read

Protest the Oscars Because of Jerry Lewis

With all my heart, I’m asking you to do one thing. Don’t watch the Oscars this weekend. If you’re dying to find out the winners, I’m sure they’ll be announced on Twitter or somewhere else online right after each award is given out. This year, the Academy has gone too…