Jane Bassett Spilman
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Jane Bassett Spilman served as the chair of Gallaudet University's board of trustees during the Deaf President Now protests in 1988, where her comments regarding deaf people's readiness to function in a hearing world sparked outrage among students and activists.
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Jane Bassett Spilman, chair of the university’s trustees, insisted that 'deaf people are not ready to function in a hearing world'.
‘We’re building a deaf empire, making things rather than waiting for Hollywood to greenlight them’ – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2025-05-15
Ireland· 2025-05-15
