problem is that reversing it is hard. can be done be the affected communities, like how they did with “Queer”, but not outsiders.
that’s like saying I’m allowed to use the N word because I’m an ally and want to destigmatize it. fuck no. it’s a battle I can’t win and will likely cause harm.
yeeeeeees that’s their point, to not allow the euphemism treadmill to continue…
problem is that reversing it is hard. can be done be the affected communities, like how they did with “Queer”, but not outsiders.
that’s like saying I’m allowed to use the N word because I’m an ally and want to destigmatize it. fuck no. it’s a battle I can’t win and will likely cause harm.