John C. McGinley and the R-word
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Uploaded by SpecialOlympicsHQ on Mar 5, 2009
Hear actor John C. McGinley talk about why the word 'retard' is so hurtful and why everyone should stop using it in everyday conversation. This is from an interview on the Bonnie Hunt Show on March 2, 2009.
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I cant hear him speak without turning into doctor cox.
1 year ago 7
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@ringmaster316ms If you want to get into the etymology of the thing... it's never been a pretty word. But really, does the 'why' really matter as much as the 'that'? What context would you use the word in that's not offensive on some level? And even if mentioned casually, if it's within earshot of someone who's mentally challenged who's grown up around the word and knows the sentiment behind it, it'll hurt and hurt bad.
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we all knew Cox had a heart of gold!
1 year ago 4
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I actually have 3 brothers all with different mental disabilities. I find it incredably insulting when people say "Retard". I think its cruel to attack a group who for the most part can't defend themselves against insults. 2 of my brothers have been in the regional special olympics. My little brother won gold in every category he participated in.
They are just as capable as anyone. Alot of them just don't have the mentality or comprehension to even understand whats happening.
1 year ago 2
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Yeah I agree!
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@AforceofPanic Excatly
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who knew Dr. Cox had such a big heart
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I hate that word with a passion.
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@ringmaster316ms for onething it hurts to be called that
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It's heart-warming that John C McGinley is putting so much effort to make this world a nicer place for intellectualy challenged people. His son Max is lucky to have a Father who will take on the world to stop discrimination.
ChavDeathBringer 2 years ago 73
John McGinley is a stand up man. I have so much respect for him as a human and as an actor. Keep up the good work guys!
KINGGEORGE1985 2 years ago 64