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[soc_puppet]

Melissa McEwan of Shakesville posted a short video on [dis]ablist language yesterday, why it's bad, and how to avoid it. It's focused on language related to mental illness, but I feel like it's widely applicable. She's got a full transcript up as well (including a bit with one of her cats photobombing), and there's some great discussion in the comments (which are very well moderated).

You can find the video and transcript here.

Comments

[sasha_feather]

Awesome! I love that.

[soc_puppet]

I also really like Hellianne's response and examination of things in the comments. I think it really helped me open up a new thought process.

[majoline]

Thank you for linking to the video. :)

[soc_puppet]

My pleasure :)