The ‘R-Word’ Returns, Dismaying Those Who Fought to Oust It
The New York Times • 1/26/2026 – 1/27/2026
Summary
The term referred to as the "R-Word," long considered a slur for individuals with intellectual disabilities, is experiencing a resurgence on social media and among the political right. This return of the term is dismaying those who fought to eliminate its use.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
68d
Age
1
Sources
from cluster
1603
Hours Since Seen
Final Score0/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusArchived
Recency Multiplier0% (0.5^1603/48)
Hero EligibleNo
Score is 0 because recency decay (0.5^1603/48 = 0.000000) reduced it below 0.5
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 67 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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