It doesn't have much meaning now. Y'all (not just you, FReepers in general) are too touchy about labels. Eschew labels and your sensitivities won't be activated.
I agree (on the labels) but I don't think it is appropriate for anyone to be blasting Senator Frist. He deserves our support in this.
If it doesn't have meaning, why do people cringe when labeled such? I assume you do not like Labels. I do. So long as they accurately define the person they are placed on.
It does have meaning, and it does serve a useful purpose so long as others do not water down its meaning.