[Snickering Hound]

Liz, Liz, Liz, Liz, Liz, Liz, Liz, Liz, Liz, Liz...

[HIDEK6]

It seems we must be doing a good job of avoiding whatever used to outrage these chicks.

We're down to forms of address, now.

[filbert]

Actually, back in the day when manners were important, it was proper to address someone by their full name until such time that the person said you could use a shortened nickname--or at least until you inquired of the person regarding using a shorter appellation.

Having said that, it would seem that Liz is indeed an arrogant ass.

Who works for a guy who calls himself "Jim."

Irony is fun.

[kaylar]

OK, remember when GWB got caught calling Adam Clymer an a*****e on air? And for awhile, people used ‘clymer’ as a synonym/replacement for a*****e? I vote that we use ‘becton’ in place of c**t, t**t, and b***h, see if it catches on with the population outside FR. eg, “HRC is a total becton, but I sure wish she were president instead of BHO right about now.’

[I see my hands]

Maybe it's not but sounds motivated by racial animus and emboldened by change, to me.

[shibumi]

AufgeblasenBlutegelBourgeoisieBurokratenWiebchen

[AngelesCrestHighway]

Jim McDermott is off the reservation!

[Fiji Hill]

“I’m going to drink my poor old foolish self to death,
And it’s all because of a girl named Elizabeth”

“Elizabeth” by the Thrillers, Herald Records, 1954

[DoughtyOne]

In a professional environment, it’s best to address people by their full name, unless there is a close relationship.

That being said, the true professional doesn’t make a big deal out of it. They might ask that you use their full name in a nice way. I think that’s reasoned.

What you don’t do, is treat the offender rudely.

It is appropriate for you to take into consideration the boorish behavior of someone who addresses you inappropriately. About all that should cost them, is your realization that they are not as polished as they would hope to be.

[One_American]

I suppose “Lizzy” will not be acceptable and “Cow Head” is out. Thats right out.

[Two Kids' Dad]

Okay, LIz. See you next Tuesday!

[mikey_hates_everything]

The woman does have a problem but this is exactly why I would always initiate an e-mail exchange with “Hello, Ms. Becton” or something like that. If they respond and end their e-mail with “Liz”, then it’s ok to address them that way the next time. Saves a lot of potential hassle and almost guarantees that you are off on the right foot from the get go—especially if you want something from them. It’s not that difficult.

[SES1066]

I believe Governmental Evaluation #13 is appropriate here; "She does not have ulcers but she is a carrier".
#7 also may be applied; "This young lady has delusions of adequacy."

[Recovering_Democrat]

Why would I want to "score" a meeting with that commie.

Man, liberals are so friggin' UPTIGHT. Here is my response to all the crybabies:

[Recovering_Democrat]

McDermott's D.C. Office:

1035 Longworth House Office Building,
District of Columbia 20515-4707
Phone: (202) 225-3106

I would just bet there is an employee directory, and we could buzz Liz during her off hours and leave some messages for her, encouraging her to stand her ground against the people who would DARE to call her by a shortened nickname.

[fanfan]

Spare me.

She could have written back to say she preferred being called Elizabeth, and didn't go by Liz, just to let him know. That would have been the end of it.

But, Noooooooooooooo, these lib broads with the big chip on their shoulder have to feed their egos. They need to make sure everyone knows ‘just’ how powerful they are.

I hate women like this.
They give the rest of us a bad reputation. :-(