Should I have to pay to work? On responsibility for the cost of disability accommodations

As someone with moderate cerebral palsy, I have lived a life defined by hard work.Throughout my professional journey as a disabled academic, I have been forced to ask myself the question: should I have to pay to work?It has never been easy to answer, but when push comes to shove I have always prioritized investing in whatever was necessary to guarantee my professional success.At age 36, though, I am growing tired of having to pay to work.I hold degrees from three elite universities.With the notable exception of my one-year masters program, I invested considerable time and energy managing and paying for my own accommodations.It should come as no surprise that I