Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

kpete

(72,898 posts)
Wed Jun 10, 2020, 05:10 PM Jun 2020

Words have meaning: Webster will now include systemic oppression in its latest definition of racism

Merriam-Webster, the dictionary which has long served as the gatekeeper of the English lexicon, will now include systemic oppression in its latest definition of racism.


?s=20
https://www.vox.com/identities/2020/6/10/21286656/merriam-webster-racism-definition
4 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
Words have meaning: Webster will now include systemic oppression in its latest definition of racism (Original Post) kpete Jun 2020 OP
Good Solly Mack Jun 2020 #1
Good Hekate Jun 2020 #2
K&R ck4829 Jun 2020 #3
Joy Reid is about to discuss this malaise Jun 2020 #4
Latest Discussions»General Discussion»Words have meaning: Webst...