Samantha. Thank you for the link to such a wonderful and inspiring article.
My thoughts on the "T" word.
Should we be more excepting of "tranny" when it is compared to other forms of abuse? HELL NO!!
It is derogatory, it cheapens and belittles the person it is aimed at. It may be considered "only a name" but it singles an individual out as different from normal and potentially makes them a target. Any acceptance of name calling or derogatory terms provides affirmation that abuse is acceptable and it empowers the abuser to continue or even heighten their abuse.
Is there any good reason to use what is considered an abusive and derogatory term when other acceptable words are available?
Denita
My thoughts on the "T" word.
Should we be more excepting of "tranny" when it is compared to other forms of abuse? HELL NO!!
It is derogatory, it cheapens and belittles the person it is aimed at. It may be considered "only a name" but it singles an individual out as different from normal and potentially makes them a target. Any acceptance of name calling or derogatory terms provides affirmation that abuse is acceptable and it empowers the abuser to continue or even heighten their abuse.
Is there any good reason to use what is considered an abusive and derogatory term when other acceptable words are available?
Denita