Judy Heumann dedicated her life to the fight for civil rights—starting as a young organizer at Camp Jened and later helping lead the disability rights movement. Michelle and I were fortunate to work with Judy over the years, and are thinking of her family and friends. pic.twitter.com/ODXtMMWfnV
Judy Heumann spent a lifetime breaking down barriers and helping others reach their full potential. I’ll always be grateful for her outstanding work in my Administration creating opportunities for all of America’s children. Hillary and I https://t.co/sTgE4HOrS3…
Judy Heumann’s lifelong advocacy for the rights and dignity of people with disabilities made the world a better place for everyone. She served under Bill’s administration and with me at State, and her voice will be much missed. https://t.co/sNatiPFnoY
Rest in power, Judy Heumann. We can’t thank you enough for your disability rights advocacy around the world. The mother of disability rights and a badass, too, so many of us are missing you. #JudyHeumannhttps://t.co/2L628Cgx3y
It's hard to find words to express what it feels like to have lost my mentor, friend and badass activist @judithheumann You don't have to be disabled to care about disability rights and justice. Make a difference. Nothing is too small. #DisabilityTwitterhttps://t.co/GahRtpYYUk
Devastating news. Judy Heumann devoted her life to expanding disability rights and making sure accessibility in our country is the default—not an afterthought. And our nation is better because of her advocacy.
We mourn NY-born disability rights champion Judy Heumann
She was a pioneer from her days organizing to make Long Island University more accessible to her internationally-recognized work advancing equity for those with disabilities
I join the disability community in mourning the passing of Judy Heumann. From leading the 504 sit-ins to fighting for the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Judy dedicated her life to advancing the rights of people with disabilities. We must continue her work.
Judith Heumann was a fearless champion for the rights of people with disabilities in our nation and around the world and millions of people who have faced barriers owe her a debt of gratitude. I will always remember her as my hero and my friend. RIP Judy Heumann 🤟🏻 #beingheumannpic.twitter.com/0lS57JVNsX
Judy Heumann urged us all to understand that disability rights are civil rights.
We honor her life, legacy, and advocacy for landmark disability rights laws — and we continue to fight for a world where disabled people are truly valued, understood, and included in our society. pic.twitter.com/a81Xi9Hj61
A champion for people with disabilities, Judy Heumann was instrumental in the passage of major legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. My prayers are with Judy’s family and friends, and the entire disability community as they mourn the loss of a giant. https://t.co/bbW7rIyMeF
