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Archaea · 03-06-2006, 01:38 AM

I know it's not pc to analyze pc tolerance, how ironic it really is.

Even Alan Dershowitz, who probably disagrees with me on almost every political perspective, berued the recent dismissal of the Harvard President or Provost, due to some PC loudmouths.

But what is odd, is how some disgusting acts, the PC cops find acceptable, but others they do not.

If somebody is a closet Nazi, even though he doesn't ever plan on hurting anybody, that person is probably rightfully viewed distastefully.

If somebody says he's a male homosexual, rarely do the PC cops discuss how disgusting the act really is, but rather start waxing eloquent about rights and discrimination without ever shinning microscope on the disgusting act.

Or, you have Harvard loudmouths shouting down a perfectly good President, because he didn't share their points of view. Where is their protection of a person's right of expression?

I'm certain there are other examples of tolerable and intolerable disgusting behavior. And somebody will rush in, stating, well what is disgusting is in the eye of the beholder. Of course, Sherlock, but some things are generally viewed as disgusting without redeeming virtue.

I also remember when the Chicago Bull coach called the LDS Church a cult, and nobody took offense; yet a certain sports commentator made a stupid, ill-informed comment about why blacks are better, and he lost his job. Despite what PC cops say, they really are just bullies who have no sense of justice or right or wrong, but they just have the bullwhip now, and they like it.

I can't remember where it is written about our time being such that good will be called bad and bad will be called good. These times are certainly these times.

Jeff Lebowski · 03-06-2006, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Archaea

If somebody says he's a male homosexual, rarely do the PC cops discuss how disgusting the act really is, but rather start waxing eloquent about rights and discrimination without ever shinning microscope on the disgusting act.

Hmmm..... Yet another reference to homosexuals and that "disgusting act".

Have you considered changing your moniker to "Col. Frank Fitts"?

Archaea · 03-06-2006, 03:09 AM

Nope.

But defenders of the perps can't defend the act. Strange isn't it, that you're ashamed of something you defend.

Now we lawyers become accumstomed to being ashamed of some of our clients, we just learn to hide it better.

Jeff Lebowski · 03-06-2006, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Archaea

Nope.

But defenders of the perps can't defend the act. Strange isn't it, that you're ashamed of something you defend.

Now we lawyers become accumstomed to being ashamed of some of our clients, we just learn to hide it better.

Aye aye, Colonel. :wink:

il Padrino Ute · 03-06-2006, 04:05 AM

I am politically incorrect and proud to be so. If someone is offended by something I say, it's not my problem. Now, I don't go out of my way to say somthing that could be considered offensive to others, but I certainly don't check my tounge if I feel I need to make my point.

IMO, politcal correctness stifles one's 1st Amendment right of free speech. I'm also of the opinion that people who say things that might offend others should have to accept any criticism that comes there way as a result. We don't necessarily deserve to have our cake and eat it when it comes to free speech.

RockyBalboa · 03-06-2006, 04:21 AM

Same with me Il Pad.

I'm Politically Incorrect sometimes and I don't give a shit if people like that about me or not.

One of the most ironic and awful arguments of the left are those who demand that the most salacious and worst of behavior and acts in society are a right, which of course they are,,,,but yet don't want to admit or become horrified at the thought that bad behavior leads to bad consequences.

We live in a society devoid of any real personal accountability & responsibiltiy and the left is wrought with the stench of it. For that matter, a lot of that reigns with both parties.

Most of what comes out of the mouths of liberals is pure hubris.

non sequitur · 03-06-2006, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Archaea

If somebody is a closet Nazi, even though he doesn't ever plan on hurting anybody, that person is probably rightfully viewed distastefully.

If somebody says he's a male homosexual, rarely do the PC cops discuss how disgusting the act really is, but rather start waxing eloquent about rights and discrimination without ever shinning microscope on the disgusting act.

Are you really disappointed because homosexuals don't receive the same disapprobation as nazis? I honestly struggle to understand your antipathy towards all things homosexual.

Jeff Lebowski · 03-06-2006, 02:25 PM

By the way, "political correctness" gets my vote as the most hijacked phrase in the English language. It is so distorted and abused that it has lost almost all meaning.

Cali Coug · 03-06-2006, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by homeboy

By the way, "political correctness" gets my vote as the most hijacked phrase in the English language. It is so distorted and abused that it has lost almost all meaning.

I call it a tie with "judicial activism."

SoCalCoug · 03-07-2006, 02:07 PM

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berued the recent dismissal of the Harvard President or Provost

"Berued"? Dictionary.com couldn't find that word, but it suggested as a replacement, "berried" - does that mean he had a bad week, and they demoted him in favor a young internet legend who farts lightning?

03-06-2006, 01:38 AM	#1
Archaea Assistant to the Regional Manager Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: The Orgasmatron Posts: 24,338	PC tolerance: I know it's not pc to analyze pc tolerance, how ironic it really is. Even Alan Dershowitz, who probably disagrees with me on almost every political perspective, berued the recent dismissal of the Harvard President or Provost, due to some PC loudmouths. But what is odd, is how some disgusting acts, the PC cops find acceptable, but others they do not. If somebody is a closet Nazi, even though he doesn't ever plan on hurting anybody, that person is probably rightfully viewed distastefully. If somebody says he's a male homosexual, rarely do the PC cops discuss how disgusting the act really is, but rather start waxing eloquent about rights and discrimination without ever shinning microscope on the disgusting act. Or, you have Harvard loudmouths shouting down a perfectly good President, because he didn't share their points of view. Where is their protection of a person's right of expression? I'm certain there are other examples of tolerable and intolerable disgusting behavior. And somebody will rush in, stating, well what is disgusting is in the eye of the beholder. Of course, Sherlock, but some things are generally viewed as disgusting without redeeming virtue. I also remember when the Chicago Bull coach called the LDS Church a cult, and nobody took offense; yet a certain sports commentator made a stupid, ill-informed comment about why blacks are better, and he lost his job. Despite what PC cops say, they really are just bullies who have no sense of justice or right or wrong, but they just have the bullwhip now, and they like it. I can't remember where it is written about our time being such that good will be called bad and bad will be called good. These times are certainly these times. __________________ Ἓν οἶδα ὅτι οὐδὲν οἶδα

03-06-2006, 03:09 AM	#3
Archaea Assistant to the Regional Manager Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: The Orgasmatron Posts: 24,338	Nope. But defenders of the perps can't defend the act. Strange isn't it, that you're ashamed of something you defend. Now we lawyers become accumstomed to being ashamed of some of our clients, we just learn to hide it better. __________________ Ἓν οἶδα ὅτι οὐδὲν οἶδα

03-06-2006, 04:05 AM	#5
il Padrino Ute Board Pinhead Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: In the basement of my house, Murray, Utah. Posts: 15,941	I am politically incorrect and proud to be so. If someone is offended by something I say, it's not my problem. Now, I don't go out of my way to say somthing that could be considered offensive to others, but I certainly don't check my tounge if I feel I need to make my point. IMO, politcal correctness stifles one's 1st Amendment right of free speech. I'm also of the opinion that people who say things that might offend others should have to accept any criticism that comes there way as a result. We don't necessarily deserve to have our cake and eat it when it comes to free speech. __________________ "The beauty of baseball is not having to explain it." - Chuck Shriver "This is now the joke that stupid people laugh at." - Christopher Hitchens on IQ jokes about GWB.

03-06-2006, 04:21 AM	#6
RockyBalboa Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 7,297	Same with me Il Pad. I'm Politically Incorrect sometimes and I don't give a shit if people like that about me or not. One of the most ironic and awful arguments of the left are those who demand that the most salacious and worst of behavior and acts in society are a right, which of course they are,,,,but yet don't want to admit or become horrified at the thought that bad behavior leads to bad consequences. We live in a society devoid of any real personal accountability & responsibiltiy and the left is wrought with the stench of it. For that matter, a lot of that reigns with both parties. Most of what comes out of the mouths of liberals is pure hubris.

03-06-2006, 02:25 PM	#8
Jeff Lebowski Charon Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: In the heart of darkness (Provo) Posts: 9,564	By the way, "political correctness" gets my vote as the most hijacked phrase in the English language. It is so distorted and abused that it has lost almost all meaning.