#LarryOQuestion: Is it Offensive to Use the “R” Word?

Montgomery County School Board member Judy Docca referred to herself during a meeting as ‘retarded’ because she forgets things. Is it offensive to use the word, retard? Share your thoughts today on The Larry O’Connor Show.

Md. school official apologizes for reference to people with intellectual disabilities (The Washington Post)

Lyda Astrove said she was stunned when she heard a school board member from Maryland utter a word that she and many others consider a slur against people with intellectual disabilities.

“I couldn’t believe my ears,” the longtime advocate said.

In recent days, reactions like hers have touched off calls for an apology from Montgomery County School Board member Judy Docca, who serves as the board’s vice president. On Tuesday, Docca spoke out at a meeting. [Read More]

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