The new movie "Tropic Thunder" is taking a lot of heat for their repeated use of the word "retard" - and their jokes about special needs people. Folks seen to be seeing this word in a new light - as highly offensive. And it should be - the way I see it. Are the protests of this movie over the top? Will they call attention to the issue? Or just add up to more free publicity and more ticket sales? What do you think?

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