Reply #222: Exactly my point

[loyalsister]

"If: "It is not clear to me what specific changes have been called for. Is there a specific plan or ideas that could translate into legislation?" is a serious question, then you can hardly know much about the issues."

I don't think I am alone in not having the point by point plan and or proposed legislation. That is the root of my criticism. The goals are not clear and rejecting an opportunity to negotiate and define\refine them into what is truly possible doesn't clarify anything for me.

I have heard nothing but broad statements and general positions. "We need to support teachers" has little meaning to a person who is inclined to want to know details.

This strategy has not been informative. I am not arguing against anything specific related to policy. My criticism is of the methods, assignment of motives and assumptions, and vague assertions.

I am very focused on local politics and I know a great deal about disability advocacy and how the ADA legislation was crafted. Business leaders played a big role in the negotiations. It was a weak law and there have been problems that required some additional legislation.
The important thing for me is that there has been some progress and additional legislation has been passed to fix the problems. It has been hard work and it will probably never end. Currently, we are having to work with businesses, and city government to resolve an ADA issue. Change and real progress are not easy.