Summary:
- This article discusses the Autistic Self Advocacy Network's (ASAN) concerns about the U.S. government's plans to collect and share autistic people's medical data without their consent.
- ASAN is worried that this data could be used to discriminate against autistic individuals in areas like employment, housing, and healthcare, and that it could also be used for research purposes without proper safeguards.
- The article emphasizes the importance of protecting the privacy and autonomy of autistic individuals, and calls for the government to reconsider its plans and instead work closely with the autistic community to develop policies that respect their rights and interests.