Disability rights are human rights from "summary" of Love's Labor by Eva Feder Kittay
The fundamental idea that underlies the disability rights movement is that people with disabilities are entitled to the same rights and respect as any other human being. This concept is grounded in the belief that disability is not a personal defect, but rather a social construct that is created and perpetuated by societal attitudes and structures. By recognizing disability rights as human rights, we acknowledge that people with disabilities have the same inherent worth and dignity as everyone else. The struggle for disability rights is ultimately a fight for equality and inclusion. It is a demand for recognition of the unique challenges and barriers that people with disabilities face, and a call for society to address these issues in a meaningful way. This means not only removing physical barriers and providing accommodations, but also challenging the deeply ingrained prejudices and stereotypes that contribute to the marginalization of people with disabilitie...
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