[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Lindsyburnsy

You are an American but so are those in the other Americas. United States just clarifies which America. It’s not that difficult.

So you prefer "United Statesian"? It really rolls of the tongue...

And all of those other countries in the "Americas" have their own way of identifying themselves... None of which include "American"...

They refer to us as "American", just as those in European, African countries and pretty much every other country does...

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by me4vt

Sergeants are no Ma’am that’s for officers!

True that! Sergeants work for a living!

[alwann]

Originally Posted by manaboutown

I wonder if a lackluster or inept Marine can still be referred to as a gomer?

Ya think?

[retiredguy123]

No one has pointed out is that this was a 2-year study that only cost $2 million. What a bargain! When does the Government ever get a study done that cheaply? I think it should have cost at least $10 million.

[Mrs.Guy]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

A pair of what? 😯

Reminded me of the old "Tickle Me Elmo" joke.

[Dlpdo]

Originally Posted by keepsake

Hard to talk about this matter without getting political. It is 100% political.

It is 100% not political except for those who want to make it so. It is about courtesy to another human being by addressing them correctly and in the manner that they prefer.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

How would you prefer to be addressed by someone who doesn't know you?

"Excuse me, hello, I'm John Smith. And you are?"

"I'm Mrs. OBB. You can call me Mrs. OBB."

Someone who doesn't know me, should introduce themselves before calling me anything at all. Unless I'm working in a public venue - in which case you would refer to me by whatever it says on my name tag.

[Rainger99]

Originally Posted by CFrance

Stanford University absolutely DID NOT BAN the word "American." Their IT department put out a list of imprecise and potentially harmful words or phrases they would like to see avoided. The University has issued a statement saying this list does not represent University policy.
'American' and 'you guys' among words considered harmful by Stanford group

Checking before presenting a statement as fact is always a good idea.

This is the IT statement.

We have particularly heard concerns about the guide’s treatment of the term “American.” We understand and appreciate those concerns. To be very clear, not only is the use of the term “American” not banned at Stanford, it is absolutely welcomed. The intent of this particular entry on the EHLI website was to provide perspective on how the term may be imprecise in some specific uses, and to show that in some cases the alternate term “US citizen” may be more precise and appropriate. But, we clearly missed the mark in this presentation.


It sounds like they heard from their alumni.

[dwoodley1975]

It's about time. I am happy they are. I have mistakenly called a Ma'am a Sir and vice verse.

[ddeacon1]

Even after more than 20 years of service, I still to this day use sir/ma'am. I believe it is a sign of respect, although I was raised with some morals. For which, i think has gone by the wayside for many of this younger generations.

[Woodbear]

Originally Posted by Tvflguy

Personally I DETEST all this politically correct crap. What has happened to our great country? So much time and money is spent on all this.

It’s stupid.

We just got a Thank You email from a 17 year old niece. She signed it with the ‘she/her’ after her name. …..

I really had to rein in my thoughts and words here lest, you know. Don’t want to offend…

The bite marks would be so deep in my tongue, I would be lucky to not bite it off

[Woodbear]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

My therapist has four legs and works for liver treats. Whenever I consult her, she gives me a kiss and asks if we can play some ball or frisbee. Her specialty definitely does not include opinions about gender identity, she will chase the ball regardless of who throws it : )

I wonder if my horse could identify as a dog? Sure would be cheaper to keep her in the Villages

[Woodbear]

Originally Posted by JMintzer

I'm sure the kid working at this video game store didn't think it would have an impact on him, either...

https://youtu.be/W8cJyya1r-A

Watching that guy go nuts is AWESOME!

[rjn5656]

You probably never served in the Armed Forces.

[Byte1]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

"Excuse me, hello, I'm John Smith. And you are?"

"I'm Mrs. OBB. You can call me Mrs. OBB."

Someone who doesn't know me, should introduce themselves before calling me anything at all. Unless I'm working in a public venue - in which case you would refer to me by whatever it says on my name tag.

So, you would be offended if someone that did not know you addressed you as "Ma'am" to get your attention? When a person attempting to get an item from a top shelf asks me to assist her, I don't say "sure" I say "yes, ma'am" out of respect. I have never had anyone suggest that I was being disrespectful. I also use that respect for those younger than me. It has nothing to do with age, even though I normally feel more respect for the aged/mature/senior/experienced...etc. Anyone that feels offended by my show of respect can always decline my assistance.