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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]https://collegian.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Inclusive-Language-Guide_10_30_18.pdf

This is another instance where I have to remind myself that, as bad as this sounds, the VAST majority of people I know in real life are not this stupid/radical left/intolerant. In fact, I can't actually think of one person I know who wouldn't call this list total BS. Still disheartening that a college would print it.[/quote]

But most people on the right twist things around like you do here in order to suit your own needs.

From the document itself:

"What this document is not: This is not an official policy or required practice. This document is intended as a
resource to help our campus community reflect our Principles of Community particularly inclusion, respect, and
social justice. The language in the guide may not apply to every individual and it is critical to take personal
preference into account. The guide is not about political-correctness or policing grammar, but rather helping
communicators practice inclusive language and helping everyone on our campus feel welcomed, respected, and
valued."

It provides an explanation for every single line item as to why some people might be bothered by it.  The reader can choose to care about it or not.

In your case, I suspect you are the kind of person who thinks this is all ridiculous PC culture but sh*ts their pants when someone says "Happy Holidays" to you.
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You should look up what "sh*t their pants" actually means.

Here's an example use of that idiom:  "He almost sh*t his pants when his livelihood was threatened because he was accused of violating the 'Principles of Community' for not practicing inclusive language."
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Interesting that you call someone out for not understanding the 'actual' meaning of an idiom or phrase and then criticize a document that explains the meanings behind commonly used idioms or phrases.  [/quote]

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