Reactions to budget cuts

The Senate revealed their version of the budget cuts- they were indeed horrifying. Heath care for people with disabilities and the agencies who provide services were once again on the wrong side of the tracks. Many people who live in the community who require extensive assistance to do so may have to make changes. However, my concern was with the visual reactions by the advocates with disabilities. Individuals were being physically carried out of the building while chanting and yelling about the negative impact it would have on lives. I certainly understand the reason for the distress but it leaves a very poor taste in the viewers mouths who were watching the nightly news. It also makes my population look like cranky babies. That does more harm than good because it does not look like we are an intelligent group of people worthy of respect. There are other means of advocating that offer better results. One example is testimonials- when affected people write letters to Congress explaining that they will no longer be able to work if they do not receive attendant care to help them in the mornings it makes a difference. When the job performance is explained and includes commentary from co-workers and clients who admire their work that is worthy of respect. You get more bees with honey than vinegar.