Katharine Houston-Voss

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A collage showing Katherine and family in front of the U.S. Capitol, a poster by artist Liza Donovan, and a picture of Katherine’s past and present ankle/foot braces.
 In my youth, I marched.  I rallied for the people whose rights were being taken away.  Now, though my heart and soul march on, my feet can’t withstand the prolonged pressure.  I join the disability walk in support of and as a representative of those citizens Trump has openly mocked and belittled.  (Trump, stop lying. There is video proof.) Our POTUS, no matter what party, should embrace and embolden our differences.  S/He should stand for those who can’t and protect those who seek help. S/He should be POTUS for the People, not the Corporation.  
 
I was born with bilateral clubfoot and metatarsus varus.  With the support of my family and friends, I rose above my disadvantage and became an actress, physical comedian, and non-profit development operations manager. When the time was right for me, I became a mom. Though now blessed to be wearing the ExoSym™ leg braces, I have limitations in the length of time I can stand and do physical activity.  This will not stop me from continuing to live a full life and trying to help those who can’t help themselves.

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