I personally don't think badly of Adam for using the word retard. Yes, it's outdated. But Adam is "off" and IMO, Adam relates to these kids, he has a big heart. He meant no harm. I actually believe people who are affected, use looser terms because it takes the sting out of the stigma. Fat kids make the fat jokes first type of philosphy. Been there, done that. I think that was Adam's intention. IMHO.
Just a couple postings from the same website that is bashing Adam, but in Adam's defense...
1) I worked with the MRDD population for 15 years. I also watch the live feeds of Big Brother. It was edited out of context. I think it is more important that he cares about Autism. I believe that actions speak louder than words.
Why lose someone who does a good job?
2) This is his brother! I told my self that I would not get involved in this reality stuff. But I feel that people have trouble understanding TV editing. It was meant to sound like that by the editing of the crew! I can assure you that Adam, my brother, meant no harm by his comment. He was merely trying to get his point across to people that didn’t understand what he was saying! Adam talks very fast and sometimes people don’t know what he said. So in frustration he uses words that get the point across. Please know that Adam is a great person, though I do admit he is a little rough!
3) geez its just a word and the definition simply means: To cause to move or proceed slowly; delay or impede.
whats the big deal? he is going to use the money he wins to HELP autistic kids!! Did you not hear that? I dont know Adam and I work with autistic kids and didnt find it insulting at all. Haters!!
4) wow, I can't believe that people get so worked up over maybe what was a one time slip of the tongue when we was visably upset. I don't think he is a con..there are so many things said by people of importance everyday by people we are electing to office and this is where you spend your time?? I just don't get it