Why the R-Word Is Still a Slur: History and Harm
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ArcWhy the R-Word Is Still a Slur: History and Harmthearc.orgAfter The Arc’s recent Teen Vogue op-ed about Euphoria’s repeated use of the R-word, thousands of people responded across social media. Some comments showed gratitude and deep pain. Others showed how many people don’t understand the harm this word carries. Again and again, people defended the word with some version of: “People are too sensitive,” […]
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