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Marie

Cape Coral , FL
1 day ago
Forunately, I have been blessed with a brother who has Down's syndrome. I have never uttered the r-word in my life. To me, this word has one meaning--and it's both derogatory and disrespectful no matter how you "use" it. I pledge, will you? :)

Joann Gutierrez

Columbia , TN
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.

Gayle

Plains , PA
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.

sydney

michagan
1 day ago
my brother has cerebral palsy an been through a lot and we are happy of how he is progressing it hurts or family of how people when people say that it hurts not only you but many others like people with disabilities

Carolynn

Greentown , PA
1 day ago
I didn't even realize how much I used this word to describe things :( I feel rotten.. I will refrain and not use it anymore.

trish

san antonio , TX
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.

Krista

Norwood , MA
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.

Lisa

Chicago , Illinois
1 day ago
I pledge not only to NEVER use the r-word, but to also correct and educate those who feel that it's OK to use it.

Erin

Hanson , MA
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.

Peggy

Aurora , Illinois
1 day ago
I pledge to spread the word to end the word and promote the human dignity of all people!

Heather

Clayton , NC/USA
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.

Daniel

Hilleroed , Denmark
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

Rose

Beijing , China
1 day ago
For years I have been trying to stop people saying the word; I've sent emails, given lectures, and generally shouted at people about it. I completely support this website. Thank you so much for what you're doing! Get rid of this from conversation :)

Dianne

Charleston , SC
1 day ago
I pledge for all of my students who were the most loving and caring, nonjudegmental people on this planet...include and accept them all....you will be missing out on an incredible experience if you don't...

Melissa

Phoenix , Arizona
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.

Kate

San Francisco , CA
2 days 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.

Hannah

Byers , Colorado
2 days 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.

Kristina

Virginia Beach , VA
2 days 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.

Molly

Davenport , IA
2 days 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.

vicky

saint paul , mn
2 days 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.

Jackie

San Diego , California
2 days ago
I pledge to end the R- word because I have a sister with severe Autism and I believe this word is very offensive and should not be used in that way. I hear people around my school say it often and I am hurt and bothered by it.

Thom

St. Paul , MN
2 days 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.

Sujata

Bloomfield , MI
2 days 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.

Annie

Plymouth , Minnesota
2 days 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.

Rosemarie

CA
2 days 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.

Rosemarie

San Diego , CA
2 days 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.

Lindsey

Michigan
2 days ago
I don't like when people say the r-word because it effects my brother and me.

Suzanne

Cerritos , CA/USA
2 days ago
I pledge to be respectful and sensitive. This world belongs to all of us, we must learn to love and accept all.

Dianne

San Angelo , Texas
2 days 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.

Jennifer Goldsmith

Toronto, ON , Canada
2 days 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.

LEAH

oakville , Canada
2 days 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.

mercedes

oakville , Canada
2 days 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.

Kim

Oneida , NY
2 days ago
My pledge to my son and all of his non jugemntal friends ! BAN the R WORD

adrian

mountain view , california
2 days 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.

Mary

Philadelphia , PA
2 days ago
I pledge to work to eliminate the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech. I will promote the acceptance & inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities. I am tired of hearing people make ignorant statements that hurt me & my friends.

Patrick

Toronto , Canada
2 days ago
you Know I think People are very Ignortant need to be retaught- The "R" word is so Pass'e its not funny wake up smell The roses we are here we will be heard we will Dominate The Planet one day soon so watch out
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