Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Minnesota. Rep. Westrom becomes first blind person to lead a state House debate

From In Forum:ST. PAUL, Minn. — Torrey Westrom (pictured) hopes his historic moment helps other Americans.The Minnesota state representative stood in as House speaker May 17, apparently the first time a blind person has ever run state House debate anywhere in the country.“If nothing else, hopefully, it will motivate people who have a challenge in their life,” the Elbow Lake Republican said after