Disability rights are a defining struggle of our time.
Gary Malkowski, Melissa Graham, and Ravi Malhotra have devoted their lives to breaking down barriers and fighting for a society where no one is forced into legislated poverty.
I’m grateful for their support and committed to fighting alongside the movement for real justice.
Two endorsement cards featuring Ravi Malhotra endorsing Avi Lewis for NDP leader. Quote: "Canadians need a strong leader who puts the marginalized at the centre of public policy. Principled and dedicated to fighting for those who have been silenced for too long, Avi is the leader that people with disabilities need to make substantive, real change on the ground."
Two endorsement cards featuring Melissa Graham endorsing Avi Lewis for NDP leader. Quote: "I am tired of watching my community of people with disabilities be the one of the first to feel austerity, not even considered in the federal economy.
I am tired of watching people with disabilities choose death because they don’t have the resources they need. I am tired of feeling like those in power would rather wait us out, hoping we all disappear rather than making this land a more equitable and inclusive place to live. I’m endorsing Avi Lewis, because he knows it's time to do things differently, and he lifts up those who have known that all along.”
Two endorsement cards featuring Gary Malkowski endorsing Avi Lewis for NDP leader. Quote: "Avi stands up for Canadian values prioritizing strong social programs over narrow economic interests, recognizing that a resilient social safety net is not a cost, but a necessity. At a time when Canadians need protection, equity, and dignity the most, Avi focuses on strengthening the social foundations that allow everyone to thrive.”
Three endorsement cards showing Ravi Malhotra, Melissa Graham, and Gary Malkowski endorsing Avi Lewis for NDP leader.