In a message dated 7/12/02 12:34:15 AM !!!First Boot!!!, [log in to unmask]
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> even states in a definition of "disability" as person
> once erroneously labeled with a disability. So, if a kid is mislabeled and
> placed in an MR class in the 3rd grade, say, he is covered under the ADA
> when
> he is 30 years old and has an IQ of 120! The is a little known segment of
> the
> ADA.
>
>

The sad fact is that it's TRUE in a way. "Anyone perceived as having a
disability?"
Does'nt it mean that if someone THINKS that they have a disability, they are
protected  by the ADA  .

The ADA is too inclusive, too vague and allows too many people who have
"disabilities": like substance abuse, and other addictions to get a free ride
on the ADA. Worse yet employers can hire these people instead people with
real disabilities and still say that they are being compliant..

Richard Hudson