I was recently in New York City and had the opportunity to go to Madison Square Garden on two occasions. Considering that I use a mobility device, and am also autistic, this provided a good opportunity to see how accessible it really was. As a disability advocate, and of course, a disabled person, I use every opportunity when I visit a new event space or venue to experience first-hand just how accessible it is. Not only do I actively use accessibility services myself, but as

A couple of months ago I purchased a walker for myself. (Side note: it's red and adorned with bows and pink stickers and it's so cute, I love it.) Something I have noticed is that people in the general public seem to act kinder to me when I am out and about with my walker. Strangers open doors for me, old ladies with walkers smile at me, and people make space for me on the footpath. This is obviously lovely, and I am very grateful for their kindness, but part of me can't help