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US Money Discriminates Against the Blind: Appeals Court

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Posted by Grunter 2008-05-20 16:23|| || Front Page|| [2 views ] Top

#1 I've expected this ruling for years, I'm only surprised that it has taken this long.

Interesting bit from the judge: Of the more than 180 countries that issue paper currency, Judge Robertson wrote on Nov. 28, 2006, only the United States prints bills that are identical in size and color in all their denominations. So in part he's basing his decision on the fact that money printed with similarly-colored inks discriminates against the blind. Interesting ....

Posted by AzCat 2008-05-20 18:47|| 2008-05-20 18:47|| Front Page Top

#2 It also discriminates against the poor.

Posted by ed 2008-05-20 18:52|| 2008-05-20 18:52|| Front Page Top

#3 what about those without hands or sight, will we have to produce currency that makes sounds? that discriminates against those without hands or sight or hearing....

Posted by Frank G">Frank G 2008-05-20 19:03|| 2008-05-20 19:03|| Front Page Top

#4 This is stupid. The recent changes in the US currency was made for several reasons, including making it easier for the blind to use. I have a couple of friends who are blind, and they have no trouble distinguishing the new bills from the old ones, and the denomination of any bill, unless it's excessively worn. Some judge has too much time on his hands. Maybe he needs a new job - and NOT in government.

Posted by Old Patriot">Old Patriot 2008-05-20 20:35|| http://oldpatriot.blogspot.com/]">[http://oldpatriot.blogspot.com/] 2008-05-20 20:35|| Front Page Top

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