Disabled protest against austerity cuts in Athens
‘The disabled have staged a protest rally in the Greek capital, Athens, in opposition against austerity measures used by the government.
The protesters gathered in downtown Athens on Friday, urging policy makers in the country to reconsider cutbacks in healthcare provisions, benefits and pensions allocated to the physically challenged members of society.
The rally was organized ahead of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPwD), which is celebrated on December 3.
The disabled protesters said the measures had made them almost destitute.’
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