Mark Johnson, co-founder of ADAPT and a longtime friend of Kafka who confirmed his death, told NPR Kafka's advocacy was as much about changing laws as it was changing lives. "Maybe it was helping somebody tie their shoes and the next moment, maybe it was helping feed them, or maybe it was raising money through the fun run, or maybe it was negotiating with federal officials," said Johnson. He also recalled the selfless nature of the community Kafka fostered, including how Thomas' first instinct was to ask how he was feeling about losing a friend.
Author: Alana Wise
Published at: 2025-12-27 22:23:28
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