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That’s not what I meant. I’m poking holes in the ridiculous theory that they were holding back on using the word ‘Asian’.
by greggsy 2y ago
That’s not what I meant.
I’m poking holes in the ridiculous theory that they were holding back on using the word ‘Asian’.
- kbutler 2y agoBut that "ridiculous theory" was part of the stated motivation of the person who authored the submission for the new name. """ Furthermore, anti-Asian sentiment and hate crimes have risen during the COVID-19 pandemic, Looney notes, and labeling an invasive species perceived negatively as “Asian” can be harmful all around. """ https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/murder-hornets-asian-giant-hornets-new-name https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/murder-ho...