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1. “People with disabilities are the first to be denigrated and the last to be elevated.” -Marcos Castillo

What do you think Castillo meant when he said this in the (In)Accessible podcast? He stated this in the context of the COVID-19 crisis, but how does this sentiment apply to everyday experiences among those living with disabilities? Consider how systems and structures, even outside a pandemic, may disadvantage folks living with disabilities. How does this relate to health? What factors should health professionals consider when working with people living with disabilities, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic passes?