Well now I've been educated. But I probably learned something other than the intended lesson.

[BainsBane]

76. I have an inferior take on it

from the point of view of a perceived inferior, a woman. I speak as a person subject to sexism and misogyny, who knows first-hand what it means to experience gender-based bigotry.

Clearly that is of little consequence to some here, as discussions of racism have made clear. Some will always elevate those who insult above those who are the targets of discrimination. That is the nature of power, oppression, and their justifications.

I think we all know that the reason this word is being defended here is precisely because it is a gendered insult. That is what makes it so attractive to some.

I will also note that the excuse of being foreign and understanding the use of words differently made no difference to folks determined to punish a certain male feminist for his use of a word/s they didn't like while he was in the process of committing the crime of denouncing sexism. That is not to excuse the posts that earned that member hides, but rather to point out that the argument that foreign members earn a special dispensation in using slurs is rejected by some of the same people seeking to justify use of the most vulgar word in the English language to demean women.


But by all means, use any words you want. Far be it from me to interfere with your or anyone else's expression of their authentic selves. I would actually welcome a more honest approach to how people discuss these issues. However, to expect others not to understand and experience its use as a clear expression of contempt for women is unrealistic.