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To: michael97123 who wrote (128084)7/28/2005 11:23:45 AM
From: Gut Trader  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 793927
 
2 definions of jap, both disparaging

Main Entry: Jap
Pronunciation: 'jap
Function: noun or adjective
usually disparaging : JAPANESE

Pronunciation: 'jap
Function: noun
usually disparaging : JEWISH AMERICAN PRINCESS

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To: michael97123 who wrote (128084)7/28/2005 11:34:16 AM
From: Thomas A Watson  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 793927
 
Well I am a Christian and I don't slur all of any group. I used an adjective on a specific individual. Clearly some are simply too stupid to understand the difference. I also don't slur Koreans or the Vietnamese.

you took the time to capitalize Japanese American and Brit and even Limey, but you did not seem to respect Christians, Koreans or the Vietnamese. Does your typing reveal the secrets of your inner mind?

I use whatever word conveys whatever meaning best. And I attempt to be very specific with respect and insult.

And I am quite amused by fools who go stupid over elements of style.