I'm not sure if a final design for the new FDR Memorial sculpture
has been determined yet.  I know it is to depict FDR in his
personally designed wheelchair.  But I was thinking.  I wonder if
a simple life-size sculpture of that unique wheelchair WITHOUT
Roosevelt sitting in it might be more enlightening.  There could
be a plaque beside the chair telling a bit about the it.  And
anyone who wanted, could sit in FDR's wheelchair.  Children,
adults, disabled, nondisabled could see what it felt like to use
that neat little mobility aide.  It's just a thought.  But I'd
love to hear your comments.  Let's talk it up, and E-mail me
directly.

                    Bob Mauro [log in to unmask]
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