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Senior staff editor @NYTimes . Dedicated to improving disability news coverage. Member of @NYTimesGuild . Middle-grade fiction writer repped by @abuckslater .

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Joined September 2011

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@wendyluwrites

Wendy Lu (she/her)

6 years

Disabled people are NOT A BURDEN. Disabled people are NOT A BURDEN. Disabled people are NOT A BURDEN. Disabled people are NOT A BURDEN. If you are #disabled , you are NOT A BURDEN. You're a human being who deserves respect, compassion, independence, a platform, & equal rights.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

2 years

Some personal news: We said yes!!! After nine years of dating and ten years of best friendship, Andrew and I are engaged 🥹💜

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11 months

An update: WE DID IT!!! We’re officially married 💖✨

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2 years

Day 8 of having RSV: I got diagnosed with pneumonia today. I’m not doing great (physically or emotionally), so any kind words would be appreciated 💜

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5 years

@whatchidid What the actual fuck. It would be one thing if they were canceling the whole fair, but instead they’re specifically discriminating against you because of your race. This is not okay.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

Joe Biden just recognized the disability community in his speech!!!! I’m sobbing #CripTheVote

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

In 1999, Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote the majority opinion for the Olmstead case, declaring that people with disabilities have the right to live in their own communities rather in institutions. Brb leaving to go cry again.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

Omg I am full of emotions tonight 😭 Biden recognized disability in his speech, and then @jaketapper spoke AT LENGTH about this on @CNN !!! He talked about the power of disabled voters & directed viewers to #CripTheVote . This is such a rare moment. Is this even real life?!

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@jaketapper Here's the clip Thanks again to Jake for bringing this up. I look forward to Biden, Jake, and the world paying more attention to the needs of the disabled community. Thank you for recognizing our fight And thanks to my friend Dali for getting the clip

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

So a former Fox News contributor tweeted at me and now my mentions are blowing up. Just so we're clear: I'm fully vaccinated. I just don't want face masks to be stigmatized and I don't want disabled people to be left behind in this pandemic. Please stop harassing me.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

7 years

In light of #StephenHawking 's death, here are a few reminders for journalists: -AVOID subjective language in describing his disability (e.g. "suffered from ALS," "bound to a wheelchair") -TALK about his scientific contributions -DON'T turn his achievements into inspiration porn

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

6 months

Friendly reminder: Everyone’s experience with disability is different. Don’t make assumptions about how someone feels! A few weeks ago, I met this woman whose mother had a tracheostomy tube for decades like me. At first I got excited since I rarely meet others with trach tubes.

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4 years

I love that news outlets are celebrating the LGBTQ and BIPOC people who have been elected — and reelected! — to Congress. I also wish they'd acknowledge the #disabled people who are now lawmakers too. It's painful to see disability get erased from election coverage. #CripTheVote

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

2 years

So excited that I'll be editing @nytimeswell for the next few months, starting today! I published my first @nytimes article back in December 2016, and it was a story for the Well desk about dating with a disability. It all comes full circle 🥹💚

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

Please don't celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month unless your company is willing to do the actual work of hiring, supporting, and retaining workers with disabilities. We're more than a cute banner.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

hi some friendly reminders: when disabled people point out ableism, LISTEN TO THEM. when #disabled people share a grievance, BELIEVE THEM. when disabled people aren't represented at the table, GIVE THEM A SEAT. we deserve to be respected & treated like the human beings we are.

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2 years

Spotted this sign over the weekend in Brooklyn 👇🏼 “Dear entertainment industry, There’s no diversity, equity & inclusion without disability.”

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

PSA to parents with #disabled kids: If you see a call-out for stories about what it’s like living with a disability, THAT’S NOT FOR YOU. Please don’t take up space that should be given to someone who’s actually disabled. I’ve seen this so many times but no more. Not this month.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

2 years

✨ Some personal news ✨ I can't believe I'm saying this, but next Tuesday will be my last day at @HuffPost . In May I'll be joining @NYTimes as a senior staff editor on the Flexible Editing desk. I'm so excited for this next chapter, but first I want to reflect on my time at HP.

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3 years

My 2-year-old nephew just pointed to my neck, smiled real wide, and said, "trach tube!" and I'm 🥺🥰

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

After HuffPost laid off more than 40 of my beloved colleagues last year, I gave them a workshop on freelancing so they had the tools & knowledge to get started. If you were laid off this week & you're interested in a similar free workshop, DM me & I'll set one up (please RT)!

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

Even if you personally are not worried about the #coronavirus or think you're healthy enough to withstand any symptoms, please take precautions anyway for the sake of elderly folks & people with disabilities. We don't have the luxury of taking chances when it comes to our health.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

My name is Wendy, and I have vocal cord paralysis and wear a tracheostomy tube to help me breathe. My life matters, and the lives of all #disabled , immunocompromised and elderly people matter. Please think of us before you go out to a bar. #HighRiskCovid19 #SocialDistancing

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6 months

Here’s what I try to remind myself: Disabled people shouldn’t have to carry the responsibility of explaining how others should behave, though we often do. We deserve to have breaks, to set boundaries, to decide how much or how little we give to others.

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3 years

Looks like @nytimes is hiring an accessibility editor! The editor would make sure all stories (including interactive & visual elements) meet accessibility standards & would advocate for better accessibility across the newsroom. #DisCo , check it out:

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3 years

I've been sitting around for the past 2 hours in disbelief. Somehow I made @ForbesUnder30 !!! 😳😳

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1 year

For a @nytimes story, I'm looking to speak with disabled workers about their experiences requesting accommodations. What are the workplace barriers to accessibility? What could be better? My DMs are open (for the first time in years!) or email wendyluwrites @gmail .com. Thank you!

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

Troy Kotsur just became the first Deaf man to win Best Supporting Actor for his role in #CODA at the #Oscars !!!

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

NEW: Over the last few months, I've spoken to several doctors with disabilities about the discrimination they've faced & how it's intertwined with the culture of ableism & perfection that permeates the world of medicine. Read my story for @huffpost here:

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3 years

Yikes omg first of all, this man shouldn't have had to resort to building his *own* elevator in the first place. Second, we need better coverage than this — inaccessible housing is the problem here, NOT his disabilities.

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This man built himself a solar-powered elevator so he can leave his third-floor apartment despite his disabilities

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3 years

CDC's new recommendation around not wearing masks is giving me major flashbacks to early last year when masking was discouraged & Asian Americans like me struggled between choosing safety from COVID and safety from stigma. I'd really like to not go back to that, thanks.

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4 years

Here it is! After dozens of drafts over the course of two years, my story on why it's so difficult for #disabled actors, screenwriters & other artists to break into the entertainment industry is out, ft. @DannyWoodburn @maysoonzayid @dominickevans & more:

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Hollywood Can’t Afford To Ignore Disability Any Longer

It often takes decades for disabled actors to break into the entertainment industry. But why?

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6 months

She looked so convinced that I’d be happier without my disability that it did not register how uncomfortable I felt. I said thanks, forced a smile and moved on. For a while, I regretted not sticking up for myself more. Even after 30 years, moments like these still make me freeze.

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3 years

It's weird seeing all these posts celebrating "yay! no more masks!" What about disabled & immunocompromised ppl who don't feel comfortable being around non-maskers? And Asians who want to wear masks without GAF since it's literally NOT A BIG DEAL in many other countries!!!

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

This is how ALL protests should be. Any social justice movement that supports #BLM *must* include Black disabled lives. Systemic oppression is intersectional, and we can't afford to leave anyone out. (Also, digital protests are just as valid!) #BlackDisabledLivesMatter

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Rory Linnane Ⓜ️

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A protest intended to be more accessible for people of all abilities is starting to move from Veterans Park in Milwaukee. There are sign language interpreters and rest stops with medics and supplies.

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6 years

It is physically, mentally and emotionally exhausting to be a #disabled person in an abled world. Sending love and solidarity to all of my disabled friends out there today and every day.

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3 years

As a disabled journalist, I know what it's like to spend months & months getting a newsroom's leadership on board with avoiding ableist language & telling disability stories that matter. The emotional labor takes a toll. I wish this @APStylebook guidance had existed back then.

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Don't use words that suggest pity, such as afflicted with, battling or suffers from any disability or illness, or that a person overcame her disability. Instead: living with dementia, has cancer, being treated for ADHD, etc. #ACES2021Online (4/5)

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5 years

This article is SO messed up. Disabled ppl should NOT be made to feel guilty for needing medical equipment that keeps us ALIVE!! Ppl with asthma shouldn't be told to "make every puff count" (wtf). Stop pitting environmental mvmt against #disability rights!

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

Hi @Sia , the fact that you tweeted this to an #ActuallyAutistic actor shows you have some deep-seated beliefs about disabled people & making personal attacks doesn’t help your argument about having good intentions (which btw isn’t enough when the intentions lead to harm) #FilmDis

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6 months

She insisted that I'd get my trach tube taken out one day, too. I kindly told her that I'd had my tracheostomy tube for 30 years, my entire life, that it's all I've ever known, and that it's a part of me. But all the woman kept saying was, "If my mom can do it, you can too!"

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4 years

#AbleismTellsMe that I need to work and "stay strong" through tough days because if I don't, I'll be confirming the stereotype that disabled people are weak and incapable.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

"Don't be anxious" is literally the worst thing you could tell someone who has anxiety.

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6 months

But things quickly went downhill. The woman said that her mom was so determined to have her trach tube taken out, and that she finally did after learning to breathe without it. She had stars in her eyes while looking at me, and I immediately could tell where this was headed.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

Oh hey! Turns out including #disabled actors in Hollywood and television isn’t so difficult after all?? 🤯

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4 years

For @themandalorian , they hired an actual Deaf actor to play one of the Tusken raiders and help create Tusken Sign Language. 😍 They did this bc a hearing person who knew ASL suggested it. It’s our responsibility, when we’re in the room, to look around and see who’s missing.

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7 years

Dear PR folks sending me story ideas about #disability : If your pitch includes the phrases "overcome," "against all odds," "great success despite," and/or "didn't let anything hold them back," I'm not covering it. #journalism #media #ableism

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4 years

Too often, people with disabilities don’t get to share their own experiences because the default approach is to ask our parents, caregivers, teachers, friends, mentors, etc. instead of us. Narratives about #disability must always center the voices of disabled people. #CriptheVote

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3 years

This 👇🏼 The needs of disabled people are not "special." They are basic human rights and should always be treated like so. Accommodations aren't about giving out favors, they're about leveling the playing field.

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When possible, avoid the terms special needs and special education. While they remain in wide use in education and law, many view them as euphemistic and offensive. Instead, aim to be specific about the needs or services in question.

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5 years

Dear PR folks who send me story pitches about a person who somehow "overcame" their #disability to launch a successful career as a health coach/artist/beautician/teacher/etc (because *gasp* #disabled ppl are capable of having professions like "everyone else"?!): You bore me.

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5 years

Dear ppl on the street, in the subway, at the store: No, I’m not contagious. No, I didn’t get into an accident. No, I don’t need your sympathy — nor your disgust. This is just how I breathe, this is how I live. Get over your #ableism so we can both get on with our lives, please.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

As I sat in the subway waiting for my train tonight, this woman turned around to glare at me every time I took a breath. I tried to ignore her until she turned & said, “You’re *breathing.* That’s why I keep looking.” She actually tried to use her #ableism as a defense! WTF.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

6 years

I am so tired of shouting, "HEY, #DISABLED PEOPLE EXIST, TOO!" But I will keep doing it and doing it until the day finally comes when #disability inclusion across all industries and conversations is the standard. #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

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4 years

it me! cat's out of the bag, I've got a piece coming out in @nytimes later this month 🤗 in the meantime, calling all disabled people to fill out the form below to help inform NYT's #disability coverage (they take emails too):

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Help Shape Our Reporting on Disability and Accessibility in America (Published 2020)

Our journalists want to hear your questions about and experiences with disability and accessibility in the U.S.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

This is NOT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY. That is regular LUGGAGE STORAGE. Wheelchairs are NOT LUGGAGE and many of them (i.e. power chairs) can't be folded. Shame on you, @lyft ! (h/t @emily_ladau )

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@Olas_Truth Hi there! The wheelchair accessibility option is available for riders that have wheelchairs that can fold up to fit in a car’s trunk or backseat without obstructing the driver’s view. If you want more info

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4 years

#DisabilityTwitterTaughtMe why my job as a journalist covering disability is so important — and also why it matters that I’m a *disabled* journalist doing this work. We need more of us in the media industry.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

I wish disability issues had gotten more debate time, BUT belated props to @ewarren for mentioning funding for the IDEA and #disability education programs — without using the outdated term "special needs" this time 🙌🏼 #CriptheVote #DemDebate

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

Everything is awful. We are not okay. #StopAsianHate

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

1 year

Today is the day! We are getting MARRIED 💛💛

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

Umm @Sia , calling your decision to cast Maddie Ziegler as an #autistic teen "nepotism" doesn't make it any better?! It's still very much ableist and, honestly, very self-serving.

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Sia Says ‘Nepotism’ Is Why She Cast Maddie Ziegler In Her New Film

The singer says ableism wasn't at the heart of her decision to cast a longtime collaborator, who is not autistic, as the autistic teen at the center of “Music."

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

2 years

I am so grateful to have the funniest, nerdiest, smartest, most caring, most supportive, all-around best life partner I could ever ask for. Also look at how cute he is!!

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

In light of that awful @nytimes "ethics" column, I'm reupping this because when nondisabled people say horrible untrue things about the value of our lives, it's up to us — actually #disabled people — to remind each other how much we matter. Remember: You're worth it.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

6 years

Disabled people are NOT A BURDEN. Disabled people are NOT A BURDEN. Disabled people are NOT A BURDEN. Disabled people are NOT A BURDEN. If you are #disabled , you are NOT A BURDEN. You're a human being who deserves respect, compassion, independence, a platform, & equal rights.

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3 years

It’s been nine years since my partner and I started dating and exactly 10 years since we first met. We’ve been through a lot together, but it’s definitely been worth it. Here’s a photo of us from our early days 🥰

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What's it like for women of color to work in an overwhelmingly white book #publishing industry? My latest for @Bustle , ft. @whimsicallyours @writersyndrome @Coloringbooks & more: #diversity #books

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How 10 Women Of Color Actually Feel About Working In Book Publishing

After seven years of teaching, Bunmi Ishola decided to take a leap in 2018 and put all of her savings toward a new career in books. At the age of 33, Ishola now works as an editorial assistant for...

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5 years

As I sat in the subway waiting for my train tonight, this woman turned around to glare at me every time I took a breath. I tried to ignore her until she turned & said, “You’re *breathing.* That’s why I keep looking.” She actually tried to use her #ableism as a defense! WTF.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

I have a story out in @nytimes today! I spent the last few months reporting & writing about the legacy of Kitty Cone, lead organizer of the historic 504 Sit-In, an unforgettable milestone in the disability rights movement. Take a look: #DisabilityTwitter

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Overlooked No More: Kitty Cone, Trailblazer of the Disability Rights Movement (Published 2021)

Shunned in school because of her disability, she devoted her life to the cause, organizing a historic sit-in that led to landmark federal legislation.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

ICYMI, @DavidDOrtizCO will be the first openly bi wheelchair user elected to the Colorado state legislature 🎉🎉 #CripTheVote

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I am incredibly humbled, honored, and excited to declare victory in the race for Representative of State House District 38.

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5 years

In regards to the soda ban question from tonight's debate: When will we stop shaming the fat community and treating weight like it's the only factor in determining good health? Time to check out @RottenInDenmark 's crucial piece on #obesity . #CriptheVote

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3 years

It's the 31st anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, which made it illegal to discriminate against disabled people, and while I'm very appreciative of that I — I want so much more 😭😭 #ADA31

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

Omg so I did not watch #TheGoldenGlobes but tonight Tina Fey called out @Sia ’s film “Music” for being “real problematic” and for inauthentic casting (6:58 below). It shouldn’t have come to this for #ActuallyAutistic people to be heard, but it’s a huge step.

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Hosts Amy Poehler and Tina Fey kick off The #GoldenGlobes from coast-to-coast! 🌟

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4 years

Here's a photo of me & my best friend because apparently the world needs a reminder that #disabled people are capable of being in happy, loving relationships without anyone feeling like a "burden." #DisabledLoveIsBeautiful [Image: We're hugging & smiling in front of some trees.]

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

Elizabeth Warren has arguably done more for #disabled people during this election than any other presidential candidate (Biden doesn't even have a disability plan). The end of her campaign is a huge loss for this country. #CriptheVote

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

And in case you missed it, here's the full line from Joe Biden's speech tonight: "We must make the promise of the country real for everybody — no matter their race, their ethnicity, their faith, their identity, or their disability." #CripTheVote

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

6 years

I wrote my first piece for @HuffPost today about how #Hollywood needs to start hiring #disabled actors to tell their own stories (& more!) instead of giving those roles to non-disabled actors like @BryanCranston : #crippingup #disability #theupside

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Opinion | Hollywood's Disability Problem Goes Way Beyond Bryan Cranston

The actor has come under fire for his role as a disabled man in "The Upside," co-starring Kevin Hart.

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3 years

Are you a journalist interested in covering disability? I’m developing a curriculum to help you do exactly that! For me to build the most effective resources possible, it would be a HUGE help if you could fill out this form (it takes ~8 min). Please RT:

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Developing a Curriculum for Journalists Who Want to Cover Disability

Hi! My name is Wendy Lu and I am a Knight Visiting Nieman Fellow with the Nieman Foundation at Harvard. As part of my fellowship, I am developing a curriculum of reporting workshops for full-time and...

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

Thinking of all the custodians and sanitation workers who are cleaning the subways, hospitals, schools and other facilities and are therefore more at risk for the #coronavirus — and who are also more likely to be low-income without proper access to health care & benefits.

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Before I log off for the night, I just want to shout out the incredible disability visibility and BIPOC representation we saw at #Oscars2021 tonight. Yes, it's clear we have a looong way to go, but we can also celebrate how far we've come. We can do both. Goodnight all 💛💛

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I'm baffled by @NYTimes 's decision to eliminate our Sports desk & replace it with @TheAthletic , which is owned by NYT but isn't unionized. It's not just disrespectful—it's union-busting. I've joined 1,000+ of my colleagues to demand that management stop violating our contract ✊🏼

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It's so ironic that #SoundOfMetal has won multiple Oscars and yet #CripCamp didn't win... #Oscars2021

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

Disabled people are seriously fucked. This @publicintegrity report shows states are singling out specific disabilities that would disqualify ppl from being saved & getting ventilators (or even have one taken away). These are major human rights violations:

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State policies may send people with disabilities to the back of the line for ventilators

This story also appeared in Daily Beast Before the coronavirus, Matthew Foster dressed up as the giant mouse Chuck E. Cheese for work, hung out with his girlfriend in a Barnes & Noble coffee shop and...

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

6 years

I haven't yet found the words that explain what I'm feeling inside, but I wanted to share this lovely video @HuffPost produced about me & how damn proud I am to be a #disabled woman:

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. @wendyluwrites was born with vocal cord paralysis & has always lived with a tracheostomy tube. While Wendy has used her voice to advocate for people with disabilities, she’s also mindful that the responsibility to champion the disability community rests on everyone’s shoulders.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

I'm so glad @elysewanshel covered this story about how airlines often break or lose wheelchairs, which are "a source of freedom" for many disabled people — but she shouldn't have had to in the first place. #DisabilityTwitter

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5 years

“Our society is taught, ‘Don’t look, don’t stare & don’t ask. As an artist, I’m saying, ‘Look at me now. Look at my body. Look how I move my chair...’ That makes me feel my most powerful self.” Stunning profile of Tony winner @ALISTROKER by @MichaelPaulson

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Ali Stroker on Winning the Tony: ‘I Was Meant to Be in This Seat’ (Published 2019)

The flirtatious Ado Annie of Broadway’s “Oklahoma!” says she is proud to be a symbol.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 months

Seven years ago, there were almost no news outlets with positions focused on covering disability. Now, newsrooms have finally recognized that they can't afford to ignore disability any longer. Let's continue to hire disability reporters — and promote them👇🏼

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Mother Jones Hires 7 News Fellows, Promotes 1 to Cover Disability Issues

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

I just declined an invitation to speak at a health care symposium for a well-established university because 1) they aren’t paying speakers anything, and 2) the vast majority of speakers on the program are white or white-passing. (thread)

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

Like @slooterman , I'm proud to be a disabled journalist. I'm also privileged to work @huffpost . But it shouldn't BE a privilege to see yourself represented in news. Any newsroom that doesn't hire disabled reporters isn't just missing out on talent — it leads to gaps in coverage.

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2 years

Today is my 30th birthday. When I was little, a lot of people had low expectations of what I'd accomplish in life. I was the "sick" kid, always in & out of the hospital. I "couldn't" do this, I "couldn't" handle that. Instead of being defeated, I wanted to prove everyone wrong.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

I spoke with @JulianCastro about his new plan to expand #disability rights across the criminal justice, education and immigration systems — and more: via @HuffPostPol

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Julián Castro’s Latest Plan Tackles Disability Rights: ‘There Are No Second-Class Citizens’

"We believe that everyone has dignity and is worth investing in," the Democratic presidential candidate told HuffPost.

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1 year

For #DisabilityPrideMonth , I wrote about the many challenges of requesting disability accommodations in the workplace, along with potential solutions, ft. @hanrosols @KatAMacfarlane and more. Take a moment, give it a read 👇🏼

What a ‘Human-Centered’ Approach Can Do for Workers With Disabilities (Published 2023)

Obtaining reasonable accommodations is often a messy, frustrating process for both employees and their managers. But there are solutions.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

The #MykaStauffer story proves yet another reason why “special needs” is such a harmful term to refer to #disabled people: It gives nondisabled people an excuse to say they can’t “handle” us anymore, that we are too “special” for them to deal with, and then they do (1/2)

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

Watching my debate tweet on @ewarren and disability education explode in a matter of seconds makes me so hopeful & excited because it shows just how politically engaged the #disability community is in this election. Disabled people are here — listen to us. #CriptheVote #DemDebate

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

HOORAY for authentic casting!! We 👏🏼 love 👏🏼 to 👏🏼 see 👏🏼 it 👏🏼

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After a worldwide search of blind and low vision actresses, Aria Mia Loberti — who is blind — will make her acting debut as Marie-Laure, the star of All The Light We Cannot See, an epic four-part limited series that will be released with audio descriptions.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

I'm so honored that I got to contribute to @HuffPost 's annual #APAHM series celebrating AAPI powerhouses like @SFdirewolf , who founded @DisVisibility and has been an inimitable figure in the disability community for years:

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Alice Wong Wants To Make Space For More Disabled Asian Americans Like Her

“I want to create a world that is reflective of all of us,” the disability activist said.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

Proof that not all #disabled people are angels. In fact, some are complete assholes. #CripTheVote

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Cry more, lib.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

I love my job so much. But the past few weeks have been exhausting for journalists covering disability issues (especially for those of us who are actually disabled), in part because there are so few of us in newsrooms. We want to cover as much as we can, but we can't do it all.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

"Where exactly is the line between visible and invisible disabilities? This false binary depends on the idea that #disability is static and unchanging." Required reading for everyone, but especially nondisabled ppl. Thanks for writing this, @coffeespoonie :

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

Big scoop: @JoeBiden has released two new plans to support Americans with disabilities, including one that specifically addresses the coronavirus. #CriptheVote #AccesstoJoe

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Joe Biden Unveils 2 Separate Proposals To Help Americans With Disabilities

After advocates pushed him on his lack of a disability platform for over a year, Biden has dropped two plans, including one specifically addressing coronavirus.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

2 years

Okay but seriously, what is the gray stuff in "Beauty and the Beast" that Lumière tells Belle to try because it's delicious? Literally the most important unanswered question from my childhood 🕯️

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

Since I have some new followers (hello!), I wanted to reintroduce myself 👋🏼 I am an editor at @HuffPost and a reporter covering disability, politics & culture. I help newsrooms become more accessible and inclusive & help them expand their disability coverage. (1/3)

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

4 years

I started quarantining a week before everyone else last March. My family was in China when it first broke out and I knew how serious it was. I will never forget the jokes people in the U.S. were making about the coronavirus while I was terrified for the lives of people I loved.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

I want to know why @APStylebook thinks it's better to default to person-first language, b/c it implies to me that we should still tiptoe around disability. What's wrong with identity-first or using them interchangeably? Plus, using only person-first makes the writing clunkier.

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In describing groups of people, or when individual preferences can’t be determined, use person-first language. #APStyleChat (2/2)

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

3 years

One of the biggest issues is this "grind culture" that pushes doctors, esp residents & trainees, to be invincible. As @PetePoullos says: "It’s almost like a contest as to who can be the fastest, most efficient, smartest superhero doctor who can jump into the room & save the day."

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

"People with disabilities need to feel proud of who we are. We need not to be ashamed." I can't stress enough what a big deal it is that @judithheumann was on @TheDailyShow yesterday. Watch her talk about #CripCamp , invisible disabilities & more here:

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Comedy Central | Homepage - Shows & Schedules

Comedy Central makes you laugh with satirical shows, stand-up special and classics, including The Daily Show and South Park.

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Wendy Lu (she/her)

5 years

In honor of Disability Pride Month and the 29th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, I just want to say that I'm extremely proud to be part of the #disability community. My disability has helped make me who I am today, and I wouldn't trade it for anything 💖

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