It seems to me that direct and clear speech is what brought conservatism to the preeminence it enjoys today in American politics. Our political primacy is rooted to a great extent in a belief in certain moral absolutes, one of which is that homosexual relationships are abhorent. Use of the word “fag” is entirely consistent with these principles — it’s an apt word that effectively conveys the deficient moral character of those who engage in homsexual practices.
If Jim Robinson or one of his mods asks me to refrain from invoking the word “fag” I will certainly do so. I respect their judgment. But, the last time I checked, you’ve no standing to tell me what to say, how to say it, or where to go.
>>If Jim Robinson or one of his mods asks me to refrain from invoking the word “fag” I will certainly do so. I respect their judgment. But, the last time I checked, you’ve no standing to tell me what to say, how to say it, or where to go.<<
I have the feeling that would fall under the “no personal attacks” rule.