Lawmaker with disabilities promises to work for socially vulnerable

A newly elected upper house member who has severe physical disabilities said Friday her presence as a lawmaker will help turn Japan into a country where the socially vulnerable can live with ease.Eiko Kimura, 54, of the political group Reiwa Shinsengumi, also voiced concern over the current welfare service system for people with disabilities, as commuting and other economic activities by them are not covered through public aid under the current system."(For example) there's no system allowing lawmakers with severe disabilities to be at the Diet while receiving (necessary) care," said Kimura…READ FULL ARTICLE