Autism advocates statewide blast U.S. Senate candidate 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.
Also today, Assemblyman David Bobzien, D-Reno, sponsor of AB 162, took part in a round-table discussion this morning in Reno, where he expressed concern about Angle's comments with parents of children diagnosed with autism.
Parents said they are concerned that AB 162 could be repealed if Angle is elected to office.
Parents who spoke with KRNV News 4 said they are angry
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.