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Offensive language and the use of "people of color"
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1:05:29 - 1:15:29 (09:59)

The use of "people of color" is preferred over "colored people" because it centers people first. However, many common words such as "idiot" or "moron" have a historical context of being used to refer to mentally disabled individuals, which many people find reasonable to be offensive.

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The use of certain words that were historically used to refer to mentally disabled people or other marginalized groups may be considered offensive; however, the acceptance or rejection of these words depends on cultural and social contexts, and people's perceptions and experiences.
1:05:29 - 1:11:43 (06:13)
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Political correctness
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The use of certain words that were historically used to refer to mentally disabled people or other marginalized groups may be considered offensive; however, the acceptance or rejection of these words depends on cultural and social contexts, and people's perceptions and experiences.

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Offensive language and the use of "people of color"
Episode
#486 - Gurwinder Bhogal - 14 Mental Models To Understand Human Nature
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Modern Wisdom
In this episode, the speaker discusses the trend of constantly creating new forms of racism to fight against, rather than addressing actual injustices.
1:11:43 - 1:15:29 (03:46)
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Racism
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In this episode, the speaker discusses the trend of constantly creating new forms of racism to fight against, rather than addressing actual injustices. The demand for racism exceeds the supply and people choose to be upset over the use of words instead of focusing on more pressing issues.

Chapter
Offensive language and the use of "people of color"
Episode
#486 - Gurwinder Bhogal - 14 Mental Models To Understand Human Nature
Podcast
Modern Wisdom