Virginia Rep. Jennifer Wexton's Battle with "Parkinson's on Steroids" in a Gridlocked Congress
Democratic Representative Jennifer Wexton of Virginia, who was diagnosed with Progressive Supra-nuclear Palsy earlier this year, is navigating the exhausting and gridlocked Congress. The disease, which she describes as "Parkinson's on steroids," has no cure or treatment to slow its progression. Wexton's physical impairments and challenges with speaking have made it difficult for her to communicate verbally, impacting her ability to work in the raucous House chamber. Despite the challenges, Wexton remains committed to her legislative goals and hopes to advocate for research and support for brain health, Parkinson's, and Progressive Supra-nuclear Palsy.