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Photographer and Activist George Covington.

Photographer, writer, attorney, and former Special Assistant for Disability Policy to the Vice President of the U.S., George Covington. He was born legally blind, with less than ten percent of normal vision. He says he photographs "to see." Through his pictures he's able to hone in on the subject. His work is featured in the book, "Chronicles of Courage: Very Special Artist." (Random House). He was also featured in the PBS documentary series "People In Motion."

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Other segments from the episode on April 22, 1996

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, April 22, 1996: Interview with David Morse; Interview with George Covington.

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