This week, the country is officially remembering the late President Jimmy Carter. 

Today, his body will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol in Washington.

Among those reflecting on Carter’s legacy are advocates for people with *disabilities. 

In 1977, the Carter administration faced demonstrations around the country … demanding greater accommodations for people with disabilities.

One of the *longest protests took place HERE in San Francisco. 

 

This week, the country is officially remembering the late President Jimmy Carter.&nbsp;
Today, his body will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol in Washington.
Among those reflecting on Carter&rsquo;s legacy are advocates for people with *disabilities.&nbsp;
In 1977, the Carter administration faced demonstrations around the country &hellip; demanding greater accommodations for people with disabilities.
One of the *longest protests took place HERE in San Francisco.&nbsp;
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KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

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