David M. Perry, Author at Pacific Standard

Restraint in Schools and the Death of an Autistic Child

These policies continue to traumatize and endanger children and teens.

CNN's firing of Marc Lamont Hill highlights the ongoing silencing of pro-Palestinian voices in American life.

The ADA stands as one of Bush's greatest legacies. He didn't do it alone.

The congresswoman-elect connects with young voters, promoting progressive positions while chopping peppers and making noodles.

Princeton University historian Kevin Kruse offers lessons in how to push back against the lies of the far right.

Applied behavioral analysis has left a legacy of traumatized kids. Why is it still the standard of treatment?

Cute, well-intentioned depictions of people with Down syndrome as charismatic megafauna literally dehumanize them.

The latest academic hoax emerges from the same ideological position as the Trump administration's attack on trans rights.

Everytown for Gun Safety is playing into the NRA's hands with its Minnesota campaign.

The National Council on Independent Living is starting to track disabled candidates and train them to run.