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| May 19, 2007 | Staff photo by Takaaki Iwabu |
| "A lot of them can't speak for themselves, and it takes other people to stand up for them," said Marvin Alligood, center. Alligood's 21-year-old son, Jason, left, has Down symdrome. Marvin and Jason were joined by Nina Buckman and William Buck on Tuesday at the legislature where people with disabilities and mental health workers rallied. The group came from Beaufort County Developmental Center. "We want the legislators to think about them ... before they cut the funds," Alligood said. | |
| About This Project |
| "Jones Street" follows the people, activities and events that revolve around the General Assembly while it is in session in the Legislative Building on Jones Street in Raleigh. These pictures tell stories that happen outside the Senate and House chambers. |
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