Did an amputee write the US Constitution?

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July 14, 2021

We the People
Can You Name the Amputee Who Wrote the US Constitution?

He’s generally recognized as the author of the Preamble, and some historians credit him with writing the whole document. This below-knee amputee gave more speeches during the Constitutional Convention than any other delegate, was among the early Republic’s most outspoken opponents of slavery, and helped establish the Erie Canal. Who was he? READ THE ANSWER

Be the Boss
First Person: Standing Your Ground as an Amputee

“Advocating for yourself in a medical appointment isn’t easy,” writes longtime Amplitude contributor Angie Heuser. But when you are making important decisions about your future, you have to be ready to assert yourself in discussions with healthcare experts. That means doing your research, gathering a range of opinions from various specialists, and trusting yourself. “You know your body better than anyone,” Heuser writes. Here’s how she gained the confidence to stand her ground. MORE

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Amputee Newsmakers: July 8-14, 2021

A prosthesis-waving fan steals the show at the NBA Finals, two amputees ski down the slopes of Denali, an outrageous insurance denial unfolds in Virginia, and more headlines. MORE

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