Autism advocates blast Angle’s insurance stance
Doctors, nurses and parents of autistic children are demanding an apology from Republican Senate candidate Sharron Angle for comments she made disparaging insurance mandates for autism treatment.
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network made the request Wednesday at a Las Vegas rally that drew more than 30 health professionals and families grappling with autism.
Nevada Democrats have been shopping a video that shows Angle blasting insurance mandates for autism coverage and maternity leave at a 2009 tea party rally.
Angle uses air quotes when she says autism in the video.
Angle's campaign says she believes autistic children and adults deserve the best care, but remains critical of symptoms falsely labeled as autism.
Angle is challenging Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid.