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Man in wheelchair risks his life to cross the street
<p>Broken sidewalks, dangerous intersections and steep ramps are just some of the chronic issues making life difficult for wheelchair users in Northeast, D.C.</p>
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Living life with a disability
<p>If you take Metro, this next story may be a real eye-opener. The No Barriers team spent a recent morning riding the train with a D.C. woman who relies on a wheelchair or scooter to get around town. </p>
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How wheelchair users manage when vertical lifts fail
<p>Vertical lifts are designed to carry wheelchair users when an elevator isn't an option. But have you ever thought what might happen if they're out of service?</p>
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Wheelchair users at risk of obstacles on road and sidewalks
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Uber refuses to take blind passenger in DC
<p>An Uber driver in D.C. refused to transport a blind passenger because she travels with a guide dog. The incident was caught on camera. </p>
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