• @Gradually_Adjusting
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    23 months ago

    Gaiman isn’t in charge of a country or a ruling body, so I’d be with you on that one. I stand by what I specifically said, even though I don’t take as hard of a line on it as some others in the comments. Rulers who are malignantly narcissistic cannot be dealt with politely. It has sadly been tried.

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      23 months ago

      In the end, I don’t disagree with the idea of making fun of someone in power, only the language used to do it. Diversifying and sharpening the average person’s lexicon, or creating/repurposing words, would yield the same benefit without the detriment. Obviously the latter is simpler than the former so it’s my pick. I was a fan of that trend circa ~2012. Affluenza still gets a giggle out of me.

      • @Gradually_Adjusting
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        13 months ago

        I’m not contesting any of the logic of your position, but I’m just not there at the moment. If you can take the high road while people are dying, I think that’s perfectly admirable. It’s just not me.