I think (remember, just my opinion) that it says a lot about our teachings as a society that these girls wouldn't comprehend BEFOREHAND that using the word rape might offend someone. For all the preaching we do about the subject, it obviously didn't get through to them. I also agree that in addition to the suspension, some sort of "activity" be it attending a seminar or whatever would have been a good idea. Keep in mind that the word has made its way into popular music and can be heard all the time in a way that makes it sound "normal and acceptable".
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