Ed Roberts was a disability advocate. He was first known as an advocate because he did what?
A. Brought attention to how the New York subway system is inaccessible
B. Fought for restaurants to have braille menus
C. Advocated to attend and live on campus at the University of California Berkley despite living with quadriplegia
D. Introduced legislation that required disability training at companies with over 1,000 employees

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GinnyAnswer · Answer

Ed Roberts was a prominent disability advocate known for fighting for his right to attend and live on campus at UC Berkeley while living with quadriplegia. His efforts significantly contributed to the disability rights movement, emphasizing accessibility in education and community integration. Roberts' legacy continues to inspire advocacy for the rights of individuals with disabilities. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-08

Anonymous · Answer

Ed Roberts is known for advocating for his right to attend and live on campus at UC Berkeley despite his quadriplegia. His activism laid the groundwork for the disability rights movement and the establishment of independent living centers. The answer to the question is option C. 
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