Ableism
discrimination against disabled people.
Contemporary Examples
Be aware of racism, classism, sexism, heterosexism, cissexism, ableism, and other issues of privilege and oppression.
Warning: This Column Will Offend You Michael Moynihan April 27, 2014
noun
discrimination against disabled or handicapped people
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