Take the original R-Word “My Words Matter” Pledge by Jenna Glatzer:
“I pledge that I will not use the words “retard” or “retarded” to mean “stupid.” I understand that this is hurtful to people who have disabilities and people who love them, so I will be careful with my words. I will also try to remember to pay attention when other people use these words, and I’ll ask them to stop. “
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“I pledge that I will not use the words “retard” or “retarded” to mean “stupid.” I understand that this is hurtful to people who have disabilities and people who love them, so I will be careful with my words. I will also try to remember to pay attention when other people use these words, and I’ll ask them to stop. “
MVTHS student
I will never use the “r” word again.
I will try to never say the r-word again.
I am 13 and have a 10 year old sister. We don’t apriciate the use of munipulation in any way shape or form. Although everyone as a sibling does use it at some point, I don’t like to see it and I do not use it. I pledge that I will not be munipulation towards others. I understand that this is a very cruel way to get someone to do what you want them to do and I know that munipulation is also a very harmful factor.
I do not call people the “R” word because I do not care to call them that i just ignore them.