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From: Patrick H. Lauke
Date: Mar 15, 2018 4:18AM

On 15/03/2018 03:13, <EMAIL REMOVED> wrote:
> << all we can do is to diligently file bugs or promote bugs if already filed to keep the issues alive on the vendor's to-do list.>>
>
> Definitely, do that.
> But how about another tactic?
>
> Sec. 508 requires the federal government buy accessible software and hardware. Enforce it, especially if you're a government entity or one that is covered by accessibility regulations, such as schools and colleges.
>
> Tell the manufacturers why their products will no longer be purchased, that you'll consider them again in the future if they correct their shortcomings.
>
> This strategy has worked in the past with other manufacturers in the industry.

That doesn't work in this context, which was: go ahead and use
HTML/CSS/JS features as per spec, and tough if browsers don't support
it, it's their responsibility. Because you don't control what browser
your end users are using (this is not about purchasing any system)...

P
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