I worked directly with a bunch of 'working class guys' every day for seven years. They used to trash each other all the time, even me to a lesser extent, but this was between the years of 1994-2001 and I guess the 'gay' humor hadn't reached its zenith, yet, because I don't remember hearing much of it.
I am aware that it goes on and if it makes you happy, then more power to you. It seems kind of pointless to post this thread, list your examples, ask if it's offensive and then express shock when you hear that it is indeed offensive to some people.
And I am no more amused by jokes about women or fat people, either.
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