But if it's not wrong, why does it provoke such strong reactions? If you were taught that you look good in a red sweater and you suddenly start seeing people wearing blue sweaters (assuming you're not a Blood) I hope you don't get all freaky. What is it about words that sets y'all off?


Do you tease Dear Fadage? Words do more than transfer printed information. They identify and reinforce membership in in-groups. Whether L.A. street gang or Boston Brahmin, the hard information content may be nil, but how it is said is the message. We all do this don't we dear Faldage.