Outcry after death of disability rights leader Jensen Caraballo

Outcry after death of disability rights leader Jensen Caraballo

Jensen Caraballo, a beloved disability rights advocate in New York, has died at age 34. Born with spinal muscular atrophy, Caraballo lived independently through New York’s CDPAP program, which allows people with disabilities to hire their own caregivers. His friends say he lacked the proper care before his death and are demanding reforms to protect others. Duarte Geraldino reports on how Caraballo's legacy is fueling renewed calls for better healthcare and support.

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