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Man using disability to inspire others
Posted: 03.05.2013 at 11:05 AM
Fraendy Clervaud

raendy Clervaud is a morning news anchor for Good Day Columbia.

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It’s an annual event that gives a voice to disabled South Carolinians and their families.  / FILE
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COLUMBIA (WACH) --- It’s an annual event that gives a voice to disabled South Carolinians and their families.

Wednesday March 6 is the 24th annual Disability Advocacy Day at the State house.

The event raises awareness and reminds legislators of the hundreds of long term disabled people here in the Palmetto State.

Alex Perry, a man living with cerebral palsy spoke to Good Day’s Fraendy Clervaud about living with a disability and how he uses it to encourage others.

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