Comment on University language guide says ‘grandfather,’ ‘housekeeping,’ ‘spirit animal’ are ‘problematic’ words

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Spotted_Lady@wolfballs.com ⁨2⁩ ⁨years⁩ ago

I could see it if we apply things to other areas like in this article.

"I'd like to report a fire."

"It is a crime to call it a fire because people have been harmed by others yelling fire."

"Can I call it a conflagration?"

"No, that sounds violent."

"What about a blaze?"

"That's a word that marijuana enjoyers use and may cause confusion. You don't want to waste our time calling us to put out a lit joint."

"Fine, I'd like to report a rape then."

"Do you suspect any non-whites to have done this? We can't send any officers out if that's the case."

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