So Dude, What's With the R?

Use a middle initial in your name, and invariably people will ask what it stands for. And seeing as I don't even give my students my first name when I'm substituting (Hey, you call me Mr. Demont.), I'll admit I've had a little fun with the people who've asked me what it stands for.

So, I love your books, but I have to ask, what's the R stand for?

The R stands for truth, justice, and sleeping late on Saturdays. Since I support the R's stance, I allow it to share its views.

What's the R mean?

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