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Re: Terms and Conditions Question
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lugnet.off-topic.debate
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Mon, 10 May 1999 17:43:34 GMT
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lpien@ctp.&Spamless&iwantnospam.com
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Ed Jones wrote:
> I would disagree with your "PC definition". The terms homophobic, homophobia
> and homophobe are used to describe those who have (as your quoted definition
> stated) an irrational fear.... that is, they feel threatened by the presence
> or even existance of homosexuals. The key word is irrational.
Is irrational necessary as a modifier here?
I guess I'm having a hard time coming up with a reason to have a
*rational* fear of a person based solely on their sexual preference.
But then, I can tolerate just about anything except intolerance.
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| (...) I would disagree with your "PC definition". The terms homophobic, homophobia and homophobe are used to describe those who have (as your quoted definition stated) an irrational fear.... that is, they feel threatened by the presence or even (...) (25 years ago, 10-May-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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