The Biggest Obstacle | Advocacy Documentary | Full Movie
Synopsis
One in four people have a disability that impacts their daily life, yet many face significant barriers in accessing New York City's public transit system.
Synopsis
Jessica Murray, a researcher focused on transportation accessibility, investigates the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in New York City. Over two years, she collaborates with activists like Dustin Jones and former New York City Transit president Andy Byford. They address systemic barriers in the transit system that hinder access for people with various disabilities. The documentary captures their efforts to advocate for change and the uncertainty following Byford’s departure, which leaves the future of accessibility reform in question.
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Why Watch
- Meet Jessica Murray, a researcher on disability access.
- Find out how Dustin Jones navigates New York City's transit system.
- See the impact of Andy Byford's leadership on accessibility.
Did You Know
- One in four or one in five people have a disability affecting their daily life.
- Jessica Murray has studied accessibility issues in transportation for eight years.
- Dustin Jones had two hip replacements and uses various modes of transportation.
- It took Dustin almost two years to return to the subway after his accident.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of people have a disability that impacts their daily life?
Either one in five or one in four people have a disability that impacts their daily life.
What is Jessica Murray's area of research?
Jessica Murray has been studying accessibility issues in transportation for the past eight years, focusing on how people with different disabilities encounter obstacles in public transit.
What happened to Dustin Jones that affected his mobility?
Dustin Jones is an amputee due to a surgical accident that resulted in the loss of part of his left foot.
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