Fetterman Gets Emotional Describing Stroke Recovery Struggles, Pushes for More Disability Access in Senate

Sen. Fetterman became emotional describing the "ridicule" he faced after suffering a stroke last May that caused hearing and cognitive issues.
Fetterman highlighted how assistive technology like a tablet with closed captioning helps him fully participate despite his disability.
He apologized to others who have disabilities and face struggles, saying he admires their ability to prevail.
Fetterman asked how senators can become more empathetic and responsive in supporting people with disabilities.
After his election, new technology like captioning monitors was added in the Senate to help Fetterman communicate.

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Fetterman's Casual Clothing Sparks Debate in Senate Over Dress Code

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Fetterman Gets Emotional Discussing Disability Struggles and Seeking to Support Disabled Communities as Senator

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Fetterman Meets Zelenskyy in Casual Attire, Sparking Backlash After Senate Dress Code Change

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Fetterman Blasts House Republicans for Risking Shutdown, Calls it 'Petty Chaos'

Sen. John Fetterman criticizes House Republicans for endangering the nation with a potential federal shutdown, stating that the American people will suffer due to their "petty chaos."

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Fetterman Faces Criticism Over Comments on Congress, Attire and Health Struggles After Stroke

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., faced social media backlash after claiming that America is not sending its "best and brightest" to Congress during an interview with Stephen Colbert.

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Posted 9/22/2023, 4:52:00 PM

Fetterman Gets Emotional Describing Stroke Recovery Struggles, Pushes for More Disability Access in Senate

Sen. Fetterman became emotional describing the "ridicule" he faced after suffering a stroke last May that caused hearing and cognitive issues.
Fetterman highlighted how assistive technology like a tablet with closed captioning helps him fully participate despite his disability.
He apologized to others who have disabilities and face struggles, saying he admires their ability to prevail.
Fetterman asked how senators can become more empathetic and responsive in supporting people with disabilities.
After his election, new technology like captioning monitors was added in the Senate to help Fetterman communicate.

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Relevant topic timeline:

9/19/2023

Fetterman's Casual Clothing Sparks Debate in Senate Over Dress Code

Senator John Fetterman has faced backlash from Republicans after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer relaxed the Senate's dress code, allowing lawmakers to dress casually without violating protocol.

9/21/2023

Fetterman Gets Emotional Discussing Disability Struggles and Seeking to Support Disabled Communities as Senator

Senator John Fetterman choked up while discussing the struggles faced by individuals with disabilities during a Senate hearing, highlighting the ridicule he has faced for his own disability.

9/21/2023

Fetterman Meets Zelenskyy in Casual Attire, Sparking Backlash After Senate Dress Code Change

Democratic Senator John Fetterman faced criticism for attending a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in casual attire, highlighting the recent elimination of the Senate dress code.

9/27/2023

Fetterman Blasts House Republicans for Risking Shutdown, Calls it 'Petty Chaos'

Sen. John Fetterman criticizes House Republicans for endangering the nation with a potential federal shutdown, stating that the American people will suffer due to their "petty chaos."

10/12/2023

Fetterman Faces Criticism Over Comments on Congress, Attire and Health Struggles After Stroke

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., faced social media backlash after claiming that America is not sending its "best and brightest" to Congress during an interview with Stephen Colbert.