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Dots and Dashes from Washington 11-2-18
“Dots and Dashes” is a short newsletter featuring a variety of topics and ACB stories. This issue also includes a dash of sad news.   Accessible Voting The Oct. 24th...
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Dots and Dashes from Washington 10-19-18
Welcome to “Dots and Dashes from Washington,” a short newsletter featuring a variety of topics and ACB success stories. Everybody loves a little good news, right? ...
Hulu Becomes Latest Streaming Service to Commit to Accessibility for Blind Users
For Immediate Release: Boston, Massachusetts—Hulu and advocates from the American Council of the Blind (ACB) and Bay State Council of the Blind (BSCB) have reached a settlement...
Smart Glasses, Apps, Talking Appliances: How Tech For Blind People Is Getting Better
This audio recording and corresponding article from NPR news program "Here and Now" features Brian Charlson, President of ACB affiliate Bay State Council of the Blind....
ACB Celebrates Marrakesh Treaty Being Signed, Sealed, and Soon Delivered to WIPO
­For Immediate Release Contact: Anthony Stephens, Director of Advocacy & Governmental Affairs (202) 467-5081 astephens@acb.org WASHINGTON, Oct. 11, 2018 — The...

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