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In reply to the discussion: This message was self-deleted by its author [View all]CTyankee
(63,882 posts)homophobic speech? Don't we evaluate posts based on what we are trying to determine is their underlying intent? We already do this regularly!
The value to including sexist and misogynist to the TOS is to have people think more and harder about what they are saying, just as having the other language in the TOS does. We are already regulated here as to what we can say and what is out of bounds. Clearly, there are some here who lack the "guard rails" in their speech that others have learned in their upbringing and education. There will continue to be some disturbed individuals for whatever reason and we can all deal with them.
Also, let me just say that it has been amply demonstrated that Feminists have been told that since the words sexism and misogyny don't appear in the TOS language, we have no recourse as we would with other types of bigoted speech here. That is just a glaring omission.
I'm glad to hear you agree with adding the terms. I wouldn't get too upset with its implications going forward, though. We sort this out every day here on DU. And there is a value to DU having such a strong Feminist stand. More women will feel better about their status here, more comfortable in the give and take of opinion. I think it will clear some air for folks and be what the business world calls "added value."