Deaf Anthology # 199: "Policy"

A suburban Milwaukee library does not allow Deaf people to watch DeafVideoTV in its computer lab because it has a strict quiet policy such as no talking, use of a cell phones, or using a speaker nor headphone. One hearing patron was caught with a headphone as it disturbed others, he was listening to UTube videos. The hearing person became so upset about it and cry foul, noticing a nearby Deaf patron watching Utube videos that was posted on DeafVideoTV, that has signing, complaining that it is unfair that a Deaf person can understand the videos he is watching while the hearing person can't understand without the headphone, denying him communication access. The ignorant libraian agreed with him and told the Deaf patron that he is no longer allowed to watch DeafVideoTV, and must follow her interpretation of the policy and enforced it. The Deaf living on SSI, can't afford a computer himself, is seeking assistance from the local Legal Aid firm to file a complaint, or take legal actions, if necessary. Isn't that weird, don't you think?
Revised 3/1/09
This is Smokey, stay tuned for the next episode of Deaf Anthology. Good night,Deaf America!