Autistics, Law Enforcement, the Law, and Unfortunate and Tragic Encounters

• By: Karl Wittig, PE Aspies for Social Success (AFSS)
• July 5th, 2023
• autism awareness, encounters with the law, exploitation, law enforcement, legal challenges, legal reform, legal rights, legal system, special interests, Summer 2023 Issue, the justice system, the law
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I am not an attorney, nor do I have any legal background. As such, I claim to have no knowledge of the law, and do not offer legal advice of any kind. What I am writing here is strictly my own opinion and impressions and is based entirely on personal experiences and stories I have heard from others...

With Greta Thunberg in Time’s Spotlight, Those on the Spectrum Seeing “a Profound Moment”

• By: Stephen M. Shore, EdD Adelphi University
• April 1st, 2020
• abilitiy, advocacy, autism acceptance, autism awareness, Greta Thunberg, neurodiversity, Spring 2020 Issue, Stephen Shore
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In just several months, Greta Thunberg, 16, has flayed international leaders, electrified climate advocates and served notice that her generation will bring new urgency to saving the planet. Her voice is forceful, her intensity unapologetic and her expressions candid. She’s also on the autism...