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> An encouragement to be mindful of language, and therefore discuss what shared context we're trying to build, shouldn't be so controversial in a self-professed

> An encouragement to be mindful of language, and therefore discuss what shared context we're trying to build, shouldn't be so controversial in a self-professed 'thoughtful' [0] forum. I think you guys complaining about provocative title and not not the substance of what is said, is what people are taking issue with. If I didn't know better, I would honestly think it is concern trolling. > I think it's a bit distasteful, and would prefer to participate in a community that doesn't routinely use that kind of langauge. The entire point is that it is provocative and hyperbolic to make a statement. Often to make a statement you have to act outside what is considered polite norms and ruffle the feathers. If Sam had given this a nice polite title (as per your preference), not as many people would have taken notice of it.

afandian 7mo ago
I hope you can take on trust that this is a genuine, exploration of the original point about language. And FTR I have a very low opinion of MS and have had since the late 90s. There are usually all kinds of twists and turns in a HN discussion. And it's not like we're discussing the background colour or something far off-topic, the title is a pretty noticeable part of the article. I don't think it should be verboten to discuss these things. I agree that transgressive speech is an important tool, and tone policing is generally bad news. To each their own.
- JollySharp0 7mo ago
  > I hope you can take on trust that this is a genuine, exploration of the original point about language. I find it hard believe that any discussion like this is genuine and I am deeply suspicious of people that complain about hyperbolic and provocative language. Moreover, I think complaining about it like people have is here is verging on being ridiculous tbh. Again if I didn't know better (i.e. I don't think this is happen) I would actually think it deliberate to run interference.

afandian 7mo ago

I hope you can take on trust that this is a genuine, exploration of the original point about language. And FTR I have a very low opinion of MS and have had since the late 90s. There are usually all kinds of twists and turns in a HN discussion. And it's not like we're discussing the background colour or something far off-topic, the title is a pretty noticeable part of the article. I don't think it should be verboten to discuss these things. I agree that transgressive speech is an important tool, and tone policing is generally bad news. To each their own.

JollySharp0 7mo ago
> I hope you can take on trust that this is a genuine, exploration of the original point about language. I find it hard believe that any discussion like this is genuine and I am deeply suspicious of people that complain about hyperbolic and provocative language. Moreover, I think complaining about it like people have is here is verging on being ridiculous tbh. Again if I didn't know better (i.e. I don't think this is happen) I would actually think it deliberate to run interference.