User:Dodger67/Sandbox/Judith Heuman tributes

Death and reactions

Heumann died in Washington D.C. on March 4, 2023, at the age of 75.

• In a White House statement President Joe Biden said: "Judy Heumann was a trailblazer – a rolling warrior – for disability rights in America. After her school principal said she couldn’t enter Kindergarten because she was using a wheelchair, Judy dedicated the rest of her life to fighting for the inherent dignity of people with disabilities."
• The American Association of People with Disabilities said on Twitter: "We are deeply saddened by the passing of Judy Heumann, known by many as a mentor, friend, and “the mother” of the disability rights movement."
• On his official Twitter account, President Barack Obama posted: "Judy Heumann dedicated her life to the fight for civil rights—starting as a young organizer at Camp Jened and later helping lead the disability rights movement. Michelle and I were fortunate to work with Judy over the years, and are thinking of her family and friends."
• The National Council of Jewish Women tweeted: "We are devastated to hear Judith Heumann has passed. She was known to many as the mother of the disability rights movement, and a proud NCJW advocate. May Judy’s memory forever be for a blessing."
• Human Rights Watch said: "She was a giant in the human rights movement and led with such integrity. This loss will be felt far and wide but what a legacy she leaves behind."