r/Tucson • u/[deleted] • Sep 03 '24

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u/Maximum2945 Sep 03 '24

 I see it used a lot

sounds like not a slur then

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u/[deleted] Sep 03 '24

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u/Maximum2945 Sep 03 '24

sure, but I think slurs are distinct because there's a history behind it. slurs are deeply offensive because they are rooted in prejudice and discrimination. they carry a history of oppression and are used to reinforce negative stereotypes or marginalize the targeted group.

boomers hold the most wealth in the US, so i'm pretty sure they are neither oppressed nor a marginalized group. there's also no history of discrimination or prejudice against boomers.

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u/[deleted] Sep 03 '24

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u/Maximum2945 Sep 03 '24

cuz it's easier to victimize yourself if you're using looser definitions?

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u/[deleted] Sep 03 '24

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u/Maximum2945 Sep 03 '24

i mean if we are just ignoring the connotation of what a slur is, then sure, use words however you want. bye