#196 April 2012

Cover story: Erastus “Deaf” Smith

HPO: What are some of the most common misconceptions about deaf people?

Deaf Person of the Month: Steven Longacre, Principal of Taft Elementary School

Abroad: Mat Gilbert, professional rugby player, by Fiona Anne McArdell

DEAF LIFE Japan: Celebrating “Year of the Dragon” with hope and a purpose

Improve Your Foreign Language: English! Obviate

Sign It Right! “Doctor” and “dentist”

DeafView: Do confrontational tactics by Deaf advocates help or hurt the community?