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Are Disabled Americans an underappreciated voting bloc?

Rutgers University researchers say that about one-sixth of eligible voters have a disability.

Although required by law, accessible voting remains a challenge, with the midterms just six weeks out.

Host Scott Tong talks with Maria Town, president and CEO of the American Association for People with Disabilities.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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