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While some politicians talk about having a spine of steel, Governor Abbott actually has one. He’ll use his steel spine to fight for you and for every Texas family! Learn why Texas Governor Greg Abbott is in a wheelchair. His story is one of triumph over tragedy.
May 18, 2018 · news Politics. Why Texas Gov. Greg Abbott uses a wheelchair When the governor was 26 and just finishing law school, he went out for a jog that changed the course of his life.
Nov 6, 2017 · Abbott appeared on camera in a wheelchair, sparking high search interest online about his disability and condition. Here’s why Republican Gov. Greg Abbott uses a wheelchair
Nov 6, 2017 · Here's why Abbott uses a wheelchair: In 1984, when he was 26 years old, Abbott became partially paralyzed after an oak tree, which had become weak after a storm, fell on him during his run.
Elected in 2014, Abbott is the first Texas governor and third governor of a U.S. state to use a wheelchair, the others being Franklin D. Roosevelt and George Wallace.
Oct 13, 2022 · How Greg Abbott overcame a life-threatening accident to become leader of Texas. Texas Gov.-elect Greg Abbott, center, arrives for his inauguration with his wife, Cecilia, right, and daughter ...
Apr 4, 2016 · In 1984 at age 26, Abbott was jogging when a falling tree crushed his spine and left him using a wheelchair. He received millions in a lawsuit settlement, but now opposes large jury awards in civil cases.
