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His story resonates

Posted 5/4/22

While Congressman Jim Langevin isn’t seeking reelection and the story of how as a 16-year old police cadet he was accidently hit by a ricocheting bullet rendering him a quadriplegic is known, …

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His story resonates

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While Congressman Jim Langevin isn’t seeking reelection and the story of how as a 16-year old police cadet he was accidently hit by a ricocheting bullet rendering him a quadriplegic is known, he touched on both subjects Monday at the 34th annual meeting of the Ocean State Center for Independent Living. Langevin told of how the community rallied to help him and his family after the accident and how that inspired him to give back to the community. He has served in public office for 37 years. He noted he was the first handicapped person to serve in the Congress and that since serving in the House of Representatives numerous improvements have been made to accommodate the handicapped. A day he won’t forget is the 20th anniversary of the American Disabilities Act when he presided over Congress. He said for the remainder of his term he will continue to work to make transportation more accessible…”we are all in this together.” In recognition of his service and an open invitation to return to OSCIL at any time, he was presented an OSCIL key by Mireille Sayaf, OSCIL executive director, right. Holding the key is Amanda Reed, home access program manager. (Warwick Beacon photos)

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