I hereby pledge my humble support for all individuals on the autism spectrum and hail the many contributions they make to our society.
I am especially sympathetic to the heroic kids who overcome challenges not just from lessons in the classroom but also from bullies in the schoolyard. In this vein, I take this opportunity to make honorable mention of my sister-in-law Barbara – a master teacher who has dedicated her life to educating and empowering children with autism and other learning disabilities.