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The Ramp, Not the Ribbon-Cutting: How an Edmond Playground Exposed a Civil Rights Problem in Plain Sight

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Parents and educators at Will Rogers Elementary in Edmond, Oklahoma, are advocating for true ADA compliance in playground design, highlighting that recent installations fail to provide equal access for children with disabilities. The case reflects broader systemic issues of compliance neglect and retaliation against advocates, exposing a culture prioritizing image over inclusivity.

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Supreme Court Lowers Barrier for Students with Disabilities to Sue Schools in Landmark A.J.T. v. Osseo Decision

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On June 12, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in A.J.T. v. Osseo Area Schools that students with disabilities only need to establish “deliberate indifference” to sue schools for discrimination, instead of proving “bad faith or gross misjudgment.” This landmark decision enhances accountability and supports disability rights in education.

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Court Reform / Family Court / Legislation / New York

Victory for Parents: New York State Senate Passes Landmark Bill to Limit Problematic Forensic Evaluators in Family Court

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On June 13, 2025, the New York State Senate passed Senate Bill S1667, aimed at improving family court proceedings by regulating forensic evaluators. Sponsored by Senator Pete Harckham, the bill mandates qualified experts to protect parental rights and children’s welfare, addressing long-standing issues of bias and accountability in custody evaluations.

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Judicial / Overreach

Family Court: The Administrative State That’s Destroying Families

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America’s family courts have shifted from judicial proceedings to administrative enforcement, compromising due process and parental rights over the last thirty years. Critics highlight the system’s financial incentives and lack of transparency. Despite signs of resistance, meaningful reform faces challenges as families continue to suffer under obscure processes lacking true justice safeguards.

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