Published January 27, 2025
Michael Rembis, associate professor of history and director of the Center for Disability Studies, was recently interviewed by WBFO regarding Gov. Kathy Hochul’s support for expanding involuntary commitment policies.
The discussion focused on the implications of these policies for individuals deemed unable to provide for or unwilling to accept help with basic needs. Rembis provided expert insight, drawing on his extensive knowledge of disability studies and the historical context surrounding such measures.