Everyone has different connotations that they link with words depending on their unique experience and heritage. In our PC society it has become nearly impossible to speak without being labeled a racist or insensitive or some crap. My friends that are black (no recent relatives from Africa) get annoyed when people call them african-american because they’re not! They’re born and raised US citizens as are their parents!
I wish people would quit being offended on behalf of other races and causing issues over words that are not racist (the N word obviously is racist). Example: universities banning mascots because native Americans might be offended. Hello?!?! A mascot is a symbol of pride and derides no one! Even when the tribes came out and publicly said they like the mascot and take no offense, the universities follow their PC mandate and the Warriors have to change to the Goldens or some lame alternative.
UGADawgs wrote:
I don't know what's up with politicians these days but apparently they think that if you ask nicely in a non-binding resolution, you can get anything done.
They seem to be taking the "it's the thought that counts" approach. :rolleyes
Last edited by Stingray24 (2007-03-02 08:41:58)