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3. Here’s what I wish I’d been quick enough to say in the moment: “Hold up, why would you think it’s OK to use that word?... (3of4?)

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Ben Sasse

@BenSasse

Jun 3, 2017

2. But free speech comes with a responsibility to speak up when folks use that word. Me just cringing last night wasn’t good enough. (2of4?) twitter.com/BenSasse/statu

10:24 AM · Jun 3, 2017

Gege, Queen of GIFs, Esq.

@Pomquat

Jun 3, 2017

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One of those catch you off guard moments.

Gege, Queen of GIFs, Esq.

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But you're still not responsible for his language- people saying otherwise just want to find any reason to fight.

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*Groveling intensifies*

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We might not agree ideologically or politically, but thank you for this. I'm tired of the hateful bigoted rhetoric of

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And we must #uniteagainsthate.

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Kelly Lee Williams The Renaissance Man

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Senator can be called a 'good guy' if they support what's happening in our country at this time.

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He wasn't insulting anyone, it was a joke. No need to #virtuesignal.

@WTFLOLGOTIT

Jun 3, 2017

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I saw a clip. It was obvious you were uncomfortable. Hind sight is 20/20.

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I was watching, IMO u didn't nothing wrong.