Greta Kemp Martin - Navigating Disability Rights in Mississippi

SummaryIn this conversation, David Olds and Jim Newman engage with Greta Kemp Martin, the Litigation Director for Disability Rights Mississippi. They discuss various pressing issues affecting Mississippians with disabilities, including education, healthcare, voting rights, the prison system, and the challenges posed by unlicensed personal care homes. Greta shares insights into the work of her organization, the importance of advocacy, and the need for systemic changes to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities in Mississippi. The conversation highlights the ongoing struggles and legislative challenges faced by the disability community, particularly in relation to Medicaid expansion and the impact of recent laws on accessibility and inclusion.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Humor02:24 Overview of Disability Rights Mississippi04:09 Education and Disability Rights14:27 Prison System and Disability Rights22:24 Voting Rights for People with Disabilities30:14 Political Landscape and Challenges in Mississippi33:41 Unlicensed Personal Care Homes: A Growing Concern39:26 The Impact of Medicaid Expansion on Disabilities47:45 Advocacy and Action: Fighting for Medicaid Funding