Does the Word "Retard" Offend You?

[Skyrad 0]

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There was a time when "idiot" was a commonly-accepted clinical descriptor, and not a pejorative.

I think thats fair enough, I know a few Doctors who I'd class as idiots.

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[skydyvr 0]

No, I have a sense of humor. But do not dare call me a fucktard.

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[Andy9o8 2]

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I think, it's just another way to sue someone in court and make a quick, enormous settlement...

...and so clearly, there is a bright side to this. Thanks for pointing that out.

[downwardspiral 0]

I personally am not offended by the the word but I do understand why some are. The use of the word shows a lack of class and a bit of irony IMO.

I haven't seen the movie yet so I won't comment on it specifically.

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[Conundrum 1]

I got a post deleted because I called someone a "'tard".

Fucking ridiculous.

[christelsabine 1]

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I don't understand...

dudeist skydiver # 3105

[tbrown 26]

It only offends me when it's directed at someone with Downs. I've got a cousin in law with Downs and anybody who wants to call her a retard can answer to me.

Other than that, heck no. I think the whole big stink about this movie is, well.....retarded.

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[akarunway 1]

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Does the "N" word offend you?

Why is it ok for one group to find something offensive, but not another group, and do "challenged" people have the same rights?

Afraid to type NIGGER? Talk about PC. Sheesh.

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[Muenkel 0]

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You're not allowed to call them Political Correct terms now - that's offensive you need to say

Non-erroneous words motivated by partisan, self-serving objectives

I like this reply. +1 to the retarded Brit.

Excellent replies also from Andy, Nerdgirl (big surprise!) and Billvon.

Now the question should be is if 'Remtard' is offensive.

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Chris

[klingeme 1]

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Does the "N" word offend you?

Why is it ok for one group to find something offensive, but not another group, and do "challenged" people have the same rights?

Afraid to type NIGGER? Talk about PC. Sheesh.

Do you like being called a redneck racist? I think that is the only type of person that still uses the word?


I realize that I might have my first ever post deleted for what is considered a PA, but I feel in this case it is justified.

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[mnealtx 0]

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Do you like being called a redneck racist? I think that is the only type of person that still uses the word?

Don't hear much rap music, do you?

Mike
I love you, Shannon and Jim.
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[Andy9o8 2]

I have a relative who is moderately autistic, but functional, albeit in a very narrow range: raw intellect. His demeanor and manner of speech is rather odd, and strangers sometimes think he's "retarded". In fact, he's brilliant, does highly complex mathematics in his head, and has a BS and an MBA from good universities. Like the protagonist in Rain Man, he's probably what used to be called an "idiot savant", but that term is now considered arcane and insulting. I believe the popular term for it today is "autistic savant".

[Muenkel 0]

I don't think your post contained a PA. You were stating an opinion in general.

What was retarded was stating that only redneck racists use that term.

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Chris

[klingeme 1]

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I don't think your post contained a PA. You were stating an opinion in general.

What was retarded was stating that only redneck racists use that term.

I meant with a R and not the ever so cool A at the end.

[masterrig 1]

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You're not allowed to call them Political Correct terms now - that's offensive you need to say

Non-erroneous words motivated by partisan, self-serving objectives

Oh... FUCK THAT! Whoever said that can kiss my rock-hard ass!!!


Chuck

[shropshire 0]

I'd rather not, if it's all the same to you

(.)Y(.)
Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome

[masterrig 1]

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I think, it's just another way to sue someone in court and make a quick, enormous settlement...

...and so clearly, there is a bright side to this. Thanks for pointing that out.

You're welcome! Any time, I can help.
If, I sued everybody who called me some condescending, ugly, derrogatory term... I'd be one rich son of a bitch! Maybe, at that point in time, they were probably right. BFD!


Chuck

[mnealtx 0]

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Oh... FUCK THAT! Whoever said that can kiss my rock-hard ass!!!

Chuck

Bro - after x years in a saddle, wouldn't it be more like pemmican?

*NB - for those non-farm folks... it was a common practice to put the night's steaks between the saddle and blanket to tenderize them during the day's ride*

Mike
I love you, Shannon and Jim.
POPS 9708 , SCR 14706

[masterrig 1]

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I'd rather not, if it's all the same to you

You weren't quoting someone else? Oh, hell... so much for 'International Relations'!


Chuck

[shropshire 0]

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Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome

[masterrig 1]

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Oh... FUCK THAT! Whoever said that can kiss my rock-hard ass!!!

Chuck

Bro - after x years in a saddle, wouldn't it be more like pemmican?

*NB - for those non-farm folks... it was a common practice to put the night's steaks between the saddle and blanket to tenderize them during the day's ride*

I'm pretty sure, you're right!


Chuck

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Every now and then, I see a truck full of junk driving along, like those goodwill trucks

On the side, it says

"ARC
Association for Retarded Citizens"

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[kbordson 8]

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There was a time when "idiot" was a commonly-accepted clinical descriptor, and not a pejorative.

I think thats fair enough, I know a few Doctors who I'd class as idiots.

HEY!!!


The correct term is intellectually challenged, Thank you!


Honestly though

Words have power. But, it's not just the words themselves - the context, the tone, the intent of the communication is important.

If someone is being demeaning and insulting, that is offensive (and usually intended as such).

Is someone is chatting with friends and called her a "biotch" or him a "cracker," that is more banter.

LANGUAGE is more than a "bad word."

[PLFXpert 0]

I'm not offended.

I try not to use the term, however, because I recognize it's offensive to some.

It's the one term deemed "offensive" I've--for whatever reason--neutralized in my head. To me--as a slang term--"retarded" has more to do with someone being an idiot and less to do with anyone with any type of disability.

Still, I'm sensitive to others' positions and feel no need to use the term in public for any reason. I'm just as cute and funny without it.

Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back.

[Gawain 0]

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Nah... it does not offend....except when its one retard calling someone else a retard... to make themselves feel better about being a retard.

I was thinking about this while driving around today, I'd bet good money that the special Olympians rib each other from time to time, and I bet the retard word flies all over the place.

One can practically envision it in locker room...

So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh
Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright
'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life
Make light!