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Labour MP Lauren Edwards warns young people to pause before posting online, sharing how her own past social media missteps—including using a disablist slur—led to real consequences. Now an outspoken advocate for disabled communities, she argues that while social media may feel like activism, true change comes from real-world engagement and community involvement. Taking on the lead role for the controversial assisted dying bill, Edwards faces intense scrutiny but remains committed to seeing it through after its previous stall. She’ll open debate in Parliament on September 11th, emphasizing that personal discomfort pales compared to the suffering of those who need these laws. Her core message? Think carefully about your words—they carry lasting weight, especially when advocating for change.

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