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This is only to the whingeing masses. Those who are incapable of grasping the idea that people AREN'T all out to get them.
There are lots of words out there. There are lots of people out there. Someone is bound to be offended by almost anything you say - its only a matter of time. Some words have their origin in racism and sexism. However, some words that have no basis in racism or sexism are being blamed and misconstrued by people who are hyper aware to an unhealthy level.
I think that it would be easier if people took the context of a word's usage and used that context to help them decide if there is malicious intent. To assume malicious intent without proof is inflamatory and obstructive to people getting along. I find being accused of carelessly causing offence through untended racism and sexism to be HIGHLY offensive.
If you take offence at something I say where there was no rude intent, you can be damn sure i'm encouraged to gear the next thing I say to offend you for your stupidity. NEVER accuse me of rudeness if you have no proof that thats what i intended. The assumption is, in itself, much more offensive than anything you have perceived.
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