Trump’s take on dyslexia is wrong — but Newsom’s response also has some problems Neither President Donald Trump nor Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-Calif., have addressed dyslexia and the individuals affected by it with the depth or sensitivity the topic demands. Newsom, who has recently spoken publicly about his own dyslexia, can sometimes downplay the challenges it presents, while Trump has framed people with dyslexia as if they are broken. Both approaches fail to recognize the complexity of the condition and the lived experiences of those who live with it. Newsom, who is likely to seek the Democratic presidential nomination in 2028, has faced criticism for his inconsistent stance on disability rights. While he has supported some progressive policies, such as banning prone restraint in schools and ending subminimum wage labor for people with disabilities, he has also taken positions that could harm vulnerable communities. For example, his efforts to criminalize homeless encampments may disproportionately affect individuals with disabilities and mental illness. Additionally, his proposed budget shifts the responsibility of funding in-home services for people with disabilities to counties, which could limit access to critical support. Disability advocates argue that Newsom’s policies risk making it harder for people with disabilities to receive the care they need. Trump’s remarks about dyslexia reflect a broader pattern of dismissing the capabilities of people with disabilities. He has long mocked individuals with disabilities, including a disabled reporter at The New York Times in 2015, and has falsely blamed intellectually disabled people for a deadly air collision during his presidency.#president_donald_trump #governor_gavin_newsom #dyslexia #disability_rights #disabled_individuals
