My very first blog examined the idea of "political incorrectness" having to be "politically correct." I referred to the term "black" as it titles the race. I found that people oftentimes take offense to the terms "black" and "Negro" and, instead, find appeal in the term "African American."
As a side note...Dr. King markedly used the term "Negro" to refer to his black brethren...
The increase of societal sensitivity to terms that are either blunt and truthful, or are simply traditional and recognized terms are a hindrance to our nation.
As it adhere's to the season, the term "Happy Holidays" is one of these "politically correct" terms that substitutes the more widely recognized "Merry Christmas." People often convene to an air of umbrage when a religiously associated term specifically targets them when it does not represent their religion, even if the Christmas wish was a misunderstanding. It's the thought that counts right? No need to take offense?
Is it ok to wish a merry...day... by using a religiously associated term? When addressing a large audience of possibly disparate religions, is it more appropriate to say "Happy Holidays" so as to not offend anyone? Or should we all just get over it?
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
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We should all just get over it. Wishing someone something positive has turned into an uncomfortable situation. Shouldn't we just be happy that well wishers are expressing themselves?
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