the r slur is an ableist slur. it was previously used as a medical term to describe people with "intellectual impairments." overtime, the r slur was used as slang by kids, teenagers, young adults, adults, and even elders as a substitute for the words dumb and stupid. 1/5

as mentioned before the r slur is ableist. if you do not know what ableism is, it is "the discrimination of and social prejudice against people with disabilities based on the belief that typical abilities are superior." if you have read this thread and have used 2/5

or currently still use the r slur in your regular vocabulary, please stop saying it. i cannot control you, but i can help you learn and understand the repercussions of saying a very hurtful term. please take time to educate yourself on the words you're saying and 3/5

how much your actions are affecting others. also, using the r slur as well as any other slur in your vocabulary (knowing very well it's wrong) isn't the serve you think it is. it isn't edgy, and it most certainly isn't right. stop justifying your actions. 4/5

no matter the context you use the r slur in, it is wrong. if anything i've said is incorrect or offends you in any way, please dm me or reply to this tweet so i can correct and educate myself. 5/5

oh and by the way this thread is not directed at anyone. it's just an educational thread :]