Our language frames how we think about others.
Help eliminate the use of the R-word in everyday speech.

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ACT NOW--pledge your support to eliminate the demeaning use of the r-word. Tell us what you think.
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Valerie

Wausau , Wisconsin
9 hours ago
I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Charlotte

Kerrville , Texas
10 hours ago
I have been trying to elimanate that word for twenty years. As a teacher it is permanently banned from my classroom and from the bus that I monitor. So welcome world to the campaign to recognize people as individuals first.
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Brittany

Beachwood , NJ
11 hours ago
I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.
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kelsey

washington , dc
21 hours ago
I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Alexa

Joplin , MO/USA
21 hours ago
I'm so glad that there are people out there who think the r-word is as vulgar as I do. My brother has autism and the word is incredibly offensive. When you say something is retarded, you are implying that something is stupid. Just dont say it!
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Jennifer

Connersville , Indiana
22 hours ago
I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Taylor

Norman , Oklahoma
1 day ago
I think taking the pledge is one of the most important thing we can do for our society. Say no to the R-Word.
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lana

belfry , ky
1 day ago
I have never used that word but know people who has. i dont believe in it. we are all Gods children.
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Gregory

Schnecksville , PA
1 day ago
This is one of the most amazing things ever. I think this is a great opportunity to let others know that words hurt. Whether you mean it to hurt or not (hopefully not), people are always listening. So stop I pledge to stop the use of the R-word.
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Gabriela

Chicago , Illinois
1 day ago
Some people believe that it is okay to say the R-word if it's not being said to anyone BUT why say it? Saying it sometimes will turn into all the time. I dislike this word and ANY person saying the word is the untillegent.
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Morgan

Wausau , WI
1 day ago
I pledge not to use the r-word in my daily life and to discourage my co-workers, friends, and family to find a different way to express frustration. I love being a coach for Special Olympics Aquatics!
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Kristina

Queens , NY
1 day ago
I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.
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