I would appreciate seeing photographs of Senator Obama or Senator Biden shaking hands and listening to adults who have Down syndrome, posted on the internet and in news stories across the USA.
The nation should know that young adults with Down syndrome like my son are participating in supported employment programs trying to find jobs in their communities and many are on waiting lists. We are encouraged by others with Down syndrome who hold jobs, attend programs in community colleges, volunteer in their communities, or are just out and about in their neighborhoods living ordinary lives.
Babies with Down syndrome born to Democrats are even cuter than babies with Down syndrome born to Republicans and I'd like to see more babies and children from Democrats' families featured on the internet and in news stories, too. Individuals with Down syndrome like my son have grown up included in their neighborhood schools with high expectations. What they have achieved with just the small supports and accommodations needed to show us what they can make of their lives has inspired everyone in our families and circles of friends.
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My son told his girlfriend's parents he is voting for Barack Obama because we need hope for the future. Truer words were never spoken. Anyone who has a snapshot of a beautiful baby, child, youth or teen with Down syndrome who has met Senator Obama or Senator Biden, please submit them to the website below and post them at the Obama/Biden website.
People with Down syndrome must be represented in this election. If you are an adult with Down syndrome reading this blog, please submit your own picture of yourself with our Democratic candidates.
Thank you!
Patricia E. Bauer wrote at patriciaebauer.com: "Readers, if you’d like to have your snapshots included here, please send them to patricia@patriciaebauer.com.
We’re looking for shots of people with Down syndrome alongside Sen. Obama, Sen. McCain, Sen. Biden or Gov. Palin. Please enclose the following information: Your full name and city or town; where and when the photo was taken; IDs and relationships of the people in the photo (and ages, for kids), and a few lines about the circumstances. Please also let us know where we may contact you. By sending photos, you are granting permission for their publication."
