Re: [Callers] Gypsy

On Sat, Oct 31, 2015, Tom Hinds via Callers wrote: You've got broken logic. The question isn't whether using "gypsy" generates negative stereotypes but whether using the word reminds people of existing negative stereotypes and whether the people referred to by the word have negative reactions to the use of the word. Using words such as "kike" and "nigger" and "spic" and "cunt" don't cause negative views, either. But try using those words when you're calling, let us know how that works for you. Regardless of whether "gypsy" as a figure refers to Romani, it's clear that "dance gypsy" does refer to stereotypes about the Romani. Using "gypsy" for the figure is therefore much more likely to appear to be referencing stereotypes, regardless of intent. -- Hugs and backrubs -- I break Rule 6 http://rule6.info/ <*> <*> <*> Help a hearing-impaired person: http://rule6.info/hearing.html