[nfbmi-talk] Who We Are and What We Do

Thu Jan 15 17:37:09 UTC 2015

Three Cheers for you Donna!  Not only for putting these positive accomplishments on the list, but for all that you have done to teach and inspire our young people; enriching their lives and helping them to broaden their horizons in a very real way.  Here’s hoping that some of them will go on to pursue careers in the sciences!  

With Warmest Regards, 
Christine

> On Jan 14, 2015, at 2:00 PM, Donna Posont via nfbmi-talk <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hello Nadia and List, Yes, it can be unfortunate that an entire group of individuals are collectively lumped together and labeled as an organization to which many negative adjectives are applied. You ask, "What are we doing?" I have some answers that are not negative. In the past year we have sponsored many young blind people to participate in activities that will promote positive self images and cause those individuals to be more confident in their use of braille, canes, dogs, computers, braille notes, and any number of instruments meant to contribute to independence in blind people. However, more than that these young blind people have rubbed shoulders with others who are blind and these role models have lived successful lives by the standards of this society. During our Summer Science Spectacular nine blind and visually impaired students gained an understanding of the natural sciences in a way that led them to believe that they can have futures in the fields of biology and chemistry and for that matter any field of study they wish to pursue. Our obstacles are negative attitudes regarding our abilities and the lack of opportunities to attempt and achieve. In the National Federation of the Blind of Michigan we are still striving to provide opportunities for blind people and provide a positive arena in which to follow our dreams. We are still an organization made up of humans and we all want to see blind people succeed. In the National Federation of the Blind of Michigan we sstill believe that collectively we have mor strength to achieve success and look to the future with hope and anticipation of the opportunities to come. Thanks for listening, Donna Posont
> 
> -----Original Message----- From: Larry D Keeler via nfbmi-talk
> Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 12:50 PM
> To: Nadia Cioffi ; NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] DING DONG THE EVIL EMPIRE EXITS
> 
> Yes, I've been asked that question. And, I was telling someone about Ann
> Arbors taking on Uber for its non compliance issues for people with
> disabilities. Our Commission on Disabilities Issues has braught up some of
> the same issues with access and Ann Arvor at least is challenginging Uber's
> right to opperate the way they do in our city.
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Nadia Cioffi via nfbmi-talk" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> To: "Elizabeth Mohnke" <lizmohnke at hotmail.com>; "NFB of Michigan Internet
> Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 10:27 AM
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] DING DONG THE EVIL EMPIRE EXITS
> 
> 
>> Dear all,
>> 
>> Just in general I think we have hewed of the issues. Is the NFB of Michigan doing something for change? If so, what and how is creating a positive outcome for those with visual impairments.
>> 
>> 
>> It's my thought everything posted do list maybe the question should be asked:
>> 
>> 1. How is what I posting highlighting the work (positive) of any chapter of the NFB of Michigan
>> 
>> 2. How will my writing:
>> a. come across
>> b. who is the writing directed at
>> c. the point of the writing
>> 
>> I'm perplexed how degrading state organizations that is designed help blind and visually impaired people in Michigan: should the NFB be trying to work with the state agencies for positive change?
>> 
>> What's the NFB of Michigan doing now to make changes in Michigan? I see little posted to list in regards what activities the NFB of Michigan. I've seen posts from  the student chapter.
>> 
>> I need no replay to anything I asked. It's q thinking point I hope can be used to make the list a tool for the NFB of Michigan.
>> 
>> Respectfully
>> Nadia
>> 
>>> On Jan 14, 2015, at 9:17 AM, Elizabeth Mohnke via nfbmi-talk <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Hello Terry,
>>> 
>>> Have you ever heard of the saying that if you do not have anything nice or
>>> good to say then perhaps you should not say anything at all? Honestly, this
>>> constant negativity is really starting to get old, and only pushes people
>>> away. If you believe there is a problem with something then I would highly
>>> encourage you to be proactive by stepping up and taking the actions
>>> necessary to change things. Constant complaining while vilifying others does
>>> absolutely nothing to solve the problem.
>>> 
>>> Warm regards,
>>> Elizabeth
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: nfbmi-talk [mailto:nfbmi-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Terry
>>> D. Eagle via nfbmi-talk
>>> Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 1:29 AM
>>> To: 'NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List'
>>> Subject: [nfbmi-talk] DING DONG THE EVIL EMPIRE EXITS
>>> 
>>> DING DONG THE EVIL EMPIRE EXITS
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> LANSING MI - On Tuesday it was officially announced that the evil empire of
>>> Constance Zanger as BEP manager ends on the 16th of this month, and in
>>> keeping with the routine practice of BS4BP director Ed Rodgers' stellar
>>> record and spirit of not promoting jobs for blind persons, it is no surprise
>>> that sighted Cheryl Heibeck will assume Ms. Zanger's top BEP management
>>> position, at least as acting BEP manager.  It is also no surprise that Mr.
>>> Rodgers did not name James Hull, a blind person, and BEP assistant BEP
>>> manager, to assume the top management position.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> I predict BEP will be consumed and administered by BS4BP BADP director Rob
>>> Essenberg.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Without giving a detailed fact list of the evil acts taken by Ms. Zanger
>>> toward numerous blind persons, in her position as BEP manager,, suffice it
>>> to say she single-handedly used her authority to discriminate against blind
>>> persons and those of color, to ruin careers, prevent program access, and
>>> take illegal actions, as evidenced  in numerous hearing transcripts, against
>>> numerous blind persons; BEP licensees, staff, and potential BEP operators,
>>> the majority affiliated with NFB.  Those blind persons not targeted were
>>> bought off or rewarded with other favors, including favors to family members
>>> and friends of blind persons.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
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