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Robert Sampson (March 4, 1925–December 3, 2006) was a vice president at United Airlines. He was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy at age 5, and used a wheelchair for most of his life.
Sampson, a lawyer, was an advocate for disabled persons. He served the President's Commission on Employment of the Handicapped under five American presidents. His efforts helped lead to architectural improvements in access for the disabled, such as wheelchair ramps.
Sampson partnered with Jerry Lewis to raise money for the treatment of muscular dystrophy.
A Boeing 747-400, tail number N116UA, is named after him.
Great American City: Chicago & the Enduring Neighborhood Effect
How do communities become poverty traps? -- Interview w/ Robert Sampson
Robert Sampson Performing "Let The Good Times Roll"
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Robert J. Sampson: Neighborhood Effects and the Contemporary City
Robert Sampson Basketball Highlights
Annual Fritz Nova Lecture with Professor Robert J. Sampson
Blue Monday at The Alamo - Dave & Friends featuring Robert Sampson
You're Not Alone (Let There Be Peace) by Robert Sampson HD version
Robert Sampson discusses his book GREAT AMERICAN CITIES