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[with]tv would like your show of support to demonstrate to our potential corporate partners, advertisers and investors that there is not only a need for our service, but strong American and International support for our programming. Please read the support letter below, then let us know what you think.

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Howard Renensland
CEO and Founder
[with]tv

Dear Mr. Renensland:

I would like to express my wholehearted support for [with]tv’s mission of providing accessible television and Internet programming that, while appealing to broader markets, is focused on providing high quality, news and entertainment programming that meets the needs and interests of persons with disabilities, and those committed to them personally, professionally, and commercially.

People with disabilities have a global need as individuals and as a community for access to information, employment, artistic expression, and control of their image. The disability community, which in the United States alone is 54 million strong with a discretionary income of $220 billion, is a grossly underutilized source of both talent and market share for companies, making [with]tv a win-win solution for individuals, society, and business.

I intend to support your content, partners, and advertisers in every way possible. I congratulate you on the work that you and your colleagues at [with]tv have done thus far and wish you the best of luck going forward. Please keep me informed of your progress and let me know if I may be of any further assistance.

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Comments

[Lynn Connell]

This is exciting - can't wait!
Is there anything I can do?

[Anna Pakman]

We NEED [with]tv

[Michael Felberbaum]

This is a great program and I'm happy to offer this little bit of support.

[Greg]

Good luck with the new site, I really enjoy reading it!

[Cathy Reinis]

from Rhinebeck, NY

I have watched friends struggle for access, education, and acceptance of their and their children's disabilities. I support your work and strongly believe that we need every one of us to work together.

[Edward]

This sounds like a good idea!

[Edward]

And just to add....maybe if [with]tv is a success, we can get the National Wheelchair Basketball Association championships on LIVE national TV. ;-) (I used to play in the league.)

[Blog [with]tv]

Hi Edward,

Your idea is a great one - wouldn't that be exciting?!

Thank you for writing and expressing your support. Feel free to spread the word!

[Emilio Mahomar]

My sincere congratulations! Your commitment is admirable.
Your vision and mission are enviable. I wish you much success and hope [with]tv can change people's perspectives and improve the lives of those living with a disability.

[Sheridan Tatsuno]

Disabilities are not limited to birth defects or wheelchairs, but include transplant patients. My wife received three liver transplants and became progressively disabled over ten years until she died. Like the elderly, her disability needs increased over time. Ultimately, the largest disabilities groups will be out-patient and senior citizens.

[Alicia]

Dear [with]tv,

I think you have something very exciting in the works, and I can't wait to see how everyone reacts once you've hit the ground running. Redefining the disability and chronic illness experience in the mainstream is an incredible mission, and I hope the success of your efforts exceeds expectations.

My dad is on your board, and sent me the link to the blog and website. Having followed many people in the disability blog community, I really appreciate the articles on here, and their focus on change rather than just the issues and hardship that the image of disability and people with disabilities are facing. I completely agree with your philosophy, and hope that [with]tv provides a people with a way to relate to the disability community.

With potentially everyone destined for acquiring some type of chronic condition, I think it is critical to demonstrate that health is important but does not necessarily take away from a person's vitality. So much of the media right now reinforces stereotypes, stigma, and misunderstanding, and that ultimately provokes fear. I think erasing that fear through more accurate and positive portrayals of disability will give people a way to relate their own lives with those of the characters on screen, and hopefully degrade the stigmatizing attitudes currently generated by popular culture. If nothing else, [with]tv will provide people with a provocative platform to relay both the commonalities of life with and without a disability, and highlight the societal and institutional barriers that people with disabilities, their families, and their friends often face.

Seeing is believing, and you have the power to create the images that will change people's minds.

Best,

Alicia

[Jim Fitzpatrick]

With all the negative news we receive every day, it's so encouraging to look at something positive. It appears that your possibilities continue to be endless!

Jim Fitzpatrick
Assistant Vice President
Fairfield University

[Luai_lashire]

This is a fantastic idea with a lot of potential for growth. It might be difficult to get it off the ground, but once in the air I think it will just keep going and going. I'm glad to offer what support I can.

[Shiloh]

This sounds very intriguing, and sounds wonderful as an idear.

[Corbett]

This sounds like a great way to exchange info and find a place where one can identify!
Thank you and best of luck!!!

[Tom Maki]

A wonderful way to convey issues concerning disabiled and non-disabiled people. has the potential to reach millions of people worldwide and will soon be a "go to"force in communications.

[william Peace]

This blog is not just needed but could play a central role in changing the preconceived notions people have about disabled people in this country. You have my total support.

[denise rucci]

my husband recently became a quad and a disability channel would give himm motivation and inspiration good luck and god bless you

[Nancy Sopkowiak]

Hi All,
[with]tv - so exciting!
I could watch TV and support inclusion at the same time. I love multi-tasking.
Thanks to all,
Nancy Sopkowiak
Access Press

[terri]

An exciting concept--and high time too!

[Tucker Smallwood]

Outstanding cause, effective advocacy. Well done.
Tucker

[Lakshmi]

A very good idea,All the best. What can we do to help?

[Courtenay]

I was thrilled to stumble on to your site and wish you the best of luck!

[Chenoa]

HI Uncle Vince!! What an awsome project to be involved in. If you guys make "banners" or something similiar, I can help promote by putting them on my websites! HUgs

[Disabled Rights Alliance]

A great idea, who's time has come!

In Solidarity,

Steven Palmer ~DRA Advocate
DISABLED RIGHTS ALLIANCE
A Non-Government Organization
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
DISABLED-RIGHTS-ALLIANCE@telus.net