Re: [Gimp-user] Violation of GNOME Code of Conduct - ablelist language and discrimination

[Patrick Shanahan <paka opensuse org>]

* Shlomi Fish <shlomif shlomifish org> [05-26-21 02:52]:
> On Tue, 25 May 2021 17:14:45 -0400
> Liam R E Quin <liam holoweb net> wrote:
>
> > On Tue, 2021-05-25 at 16:57 -0400, Patrick Shanahan wrote:
> > > it would only be considered discriminatory if presented in a manner
> > > to
> > > depict discrimination.  as a mere application name, it is not
> > > discriminatory, only distasteful to one who is so narrow of mind to
> > > consider it so.
> > >   
> >
> > Pease don't try telling people that they don't find something
> > unpleasant.  The term is used as an insult in some regions.  Calling
> > people names (narrow-minded) for being offended merely adds insult to
> > an injury.
> >
> > There do seem to be cultural and linguistic differences in the
> > relationship between people and symbols.  The role of tone of voice
> > differs between cultures too.
>
> Hi!
>
> I think people should encourage criticism and learn how to grow a thicker skin
> and to handle crit:
> http://shlomifishswiki.branchable.com/Encourage_criticism_and_try_to_get_offended/
>  yes, even women can and should. i took some insults to my advantage:
>
> * https://www.shlomifish.org/me/rindolf/#rindolf_the_evil_reindeer
>
> * https://www.shlomifish.org/philosophy/the-eternal-jew/#reception
>
> * https://www.shlomifish.org/meta/FAQ/nicknames.xhtml

yes, we are all entitled to our opinions and to express them.  and they
should only be admonished when directly related to *intentionally* causing
harm or discomfort to an individual or group.  keyword being
"intentionally".


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