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Lisa D

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5. Yes, I think sexism and misogyny should be in the TOS

Reply to obamanut2012 (Original post)

Sun Dec 2, 2012, 09:03 PM

Dec 2012

But as you can see, there's confusion about what that actually means, even among feminists.

Someone wrote a post recently about how individuals think in gendered terms, which may make it more difficult for some people to recognize sexism and misogyny than racism and homophobia.

It's also true that some people see sexism and misogyny when it's NOT there.

So, while I absolutely agree that sexism and misogyny should be in the TOS, perhaps, it should be spelled out more clearly.

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Proposal to Amend DU TOS Language [View all] obamanut2012 Dec 2012 OP

I would rather cringe at the occasional word Warpy Dec 2012 #1

No one is calling for a banned words list obamanut2012 Dec 2012 #2

Well I do recall a jury about using the word bitch as a verb. pennylane100 Dec 2012 #3

I do not understand why you are also talking about a banned word list obamanut2012 Dec 2012 #4

I was merely replying to your statement that nobody is talking about a banned word list. pennylane100 Dec 2012 #9

Yes, I think sexism and misogyny should be in the TOS Lisa D Dec 2012 #5

The current TOS gives some examples for the other guidelines. Starry Messenger Dec 2012 #6

LLP has some great examples at the link in the pinned OP obamanut2012 Dec 2012 #8

Specific language on this is definitely needed LadyHawkAZ Dec 2012 #7

Agreed. Gormy Cuss Dec 2012 #10

I haven't been up-to-date on what's been happening. Neoma Dec 2012 #11

This message was self-deleted by its author yardwork Dec 2012 #12

Count me in for any support needed. nt Zorra Dec 2012 #13

Would this include sexism towards men as well? Lugia Dec 2012 #14

What happened to this proposal?...I see it's dated December 2, 2012. n/t whathehell Mar 2013 #15

Suggestions on change up f/ vote? Panich52 Jan 2015 #16

Let's face it. Sexist/Misogynistic language and attitudes are explosive subjects. ariadne0614 Sep 2020 #17

I vote yes. Lunabell Apr 2023 #18