Reply #209: You have a bad habit of putting words in other people's mouthes

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1.) I went to medical school in San Francisco, I learned a lot of things but no one ever used the word Twink or Twinkie while I was there. It was a while ago, so perhaps the use of the word "Twink" in gay circles is more recent, I have no idea.

2.) I didn't brag about cool gay pals. I just said the gay friends that I have never used the word "Twinkie" or "Twink" around me. I'm no mind reader.

3.) Yes, Edwards should "be a man" and say what he really believes. This is a phrase of speech that has longstanding meaning. It use is to suggest one should act with bravery and conviction. Some might regard it as a sexist term, but not an anti-gay term. I don't think it's sexist however and I don't use it that way.

Again, if you want to have a real debate on the merits of the argument, please take me to task.

If you want to have a name calling fight, please take the high school crap back to the lounge.