And the lives of many other such children. Most of us were horrified last year by the deaths of Tracy Latimer and Ryan Wilkieson. Sadly, they may be only the first casualties in a tragic legacy of our own creation. This country has the resources and the humanity to care for severely disabled children. We have the resources to develop high-quality palliative care for people who need it.
Governments have to be held accountable to their election promises.
Lip service is not enough. Not when a child's life is at stake. Parents and advocates of individuals with disabilities need to speak out with one voice for adequate services. We need to be heard. Our children cannot march and organize.