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In reply to the discussion: So apparently we need to take classes on empathy now [View all]Behind the Aegis
(55,656 posts)42. You are correct the word "sexism" is not in the TOS.
I will assume you know the definition of the word. So, whereas the word itself does not appear in the TOS, it's definition does!
Do not post bigotry based on someone's race or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or lack thereof, disability, or other comparable personal characteristic.
Bigotry based upon someone's gender is sexism! Is it really necessary for the word to be there? Would you excuse racist remarks because the word racism is not "explicitly included" in the TOS?
I also don't like the posters who interchange sexism and misogyny, just as I don't like the ones who overlook sexism directed at men, which is also not "explicitly included" in the TOS. There are a number of people who don't fucking get it at all; sadly, they are the ones shouting so loud, everyone else is getting drowned out.
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rape is wrong and abortion should be the decision of the pregnant woman.
Warren DeMontague
Dec 2012
#13
We are all collectively guilty for not answering everything here in this forum. nt
Bonobo
Dec 2012
#23
I get that alot. Along with the "I'm putting the words I wish you would say, in your mouth" move.
Warren DeMontague
Dec 2012
#24
I'm convinced there are those on DU who will use whatever means at their disposal to crush dissent
Major Nikon
Dec 2012
#41
The problem with much of the "rape culture" rhetoric is because we are unequivocally against rape.
lumberjack_jeff
Dec 2012
#34
I still haven't seen a broad sociological 'rape culture' explanation that accounts for
Warren DeMontague
Dec 2012
#38
Although, no one on this planet would be harmed by trying to be more empathic tomorrow
Warren DeMontague
Dec 2012
#40