[NABS-L] Preparing Blind People for the Rest of Reality

[Elizabeth Mohnke]

Hello All,,

I feel uncomfortable and concerned about the abuse that was expressed in the full text of the blog post that was advertised on this email list. And I am more concerned and alarmed by the escalation of abuse that is expressed in the follow-up responses to the initial blog post.  

I believe it is important to identify abuse when it takes place as a means to provide a safe place for others. I also believe it is important to create safe spaces for people to express themselves without the threat or fear of violence and abuse. Additionally, the National Federation of the Blind Code of Conduct clearly outlines the responsibility of leaders within this organization to provide a welcome and inclusive environment free of violence and abuse.

Therefore, I respectfully request that this discussion topic be closed for any further discussion on this email list. And I further respectfully request that anyone posting to this email list use nonviolent means of communication when posting to this email list.

Warm regards,
Elizabeth