A Worthwhile Thursday
Anyone who has read some of my blogs in the past know that I autism awareness is a big personal cause of mine. Most legislators in Montgomery have a cause that they are passionate about. Rep. Laura Hall is a strong advocate for AIDS Awareness and Rep. Duwayne Bridges hosts a rally every year for his cause, Alabama Retarded Citizens. Thursday was my “cause” day. Over 270 people from throughout the state came to Montgomery to meet with the legislators and rally for autism awareness and the need for increased services in our state. Several legislators took the time to come over and meet with their constituents and talk about the lack of services for autism in Alabama.
I always enjoy when a group of citizen activists come to Montgomery and get attention regardless of their cause. It is a good reminder that at the end of the day a large and determined group of activist citizens is still the most powerful lobbying group around.
For those who want to learn more about autism advocacy in Alabama please visit with the web site of the Autism Society of Alabama at: www.autism-alabama.org/
