Brian Riley Essay
Brian Riley of gallyprotest.org has written an essay claiming that Jane
Fernandes, the nominee to be the next president of Gallaudet University,
wants all state deaf schools closed down. His essay is presented in six
parts, followed by a response from Jane Fernandes.
Dear Editor:
Contrary to what one of your contributing writers stated in today's edition,
I am now, have always been, and will continue to b e a strong proponent of
the efficacy of the nation's public and private schools for deaf and hard of
hearing children. As director of the Hawaii Center for the Deaf and Blind, I
witnessed first-hand the invaluable role these schools have in the
education of deaf students. Today, the mutually beneficial relationship
between Gallaudet and the nation's schools for deaf students is stronger
than ever. I guarantee your readers that I am committed to making sure it
stays that way.
Jane K. Fernandes
President Designate
Gallaudet University
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