Slurs are making a comeback on the left. Some say it's a reaction to tone-policing.

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Speech bubbles with censored slurs

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History famously repeats itself. Still, I never expected "retarded," the insult du jour of my youth, to come back in style — especially after it was canceled only years ago.

John Fetterman says he'll 'never understand' progressives who refuse to support Joe Biden

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President Joe Biden looks on as Sen. John Fetterman delivers remarks in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 17, 2023.
President Joe Biden looks on as Sen. John Fetterman delivers remarks in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 17, 2023.

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