3 chapters across the catalog
Third Way Group, Democratic Party Forbidden Word List
The Third Way consulting group has issued a list of "forbidden" words for Democrats to avoid, arguing that academic and activist jargon alienates voters. Terms targeted for removal include "privilege," "othering," "cisgender," "Latinx," and "justice-involved person." The group suggests these phrases be replaced with more traditional language to improve political viability.
The University of New Hampshire's "Bias-Free Language Guide" is examined, featuring a quote from former MSNBC host Melissa Harris-Perry. The document provides guidelines for "inclusive excellence" and "accurate expression" to avoid demeaning people based on personal characteristics. The guide specifically warns against phrases like "going Dutch," claiming it demeans the Dutch people by assuming they are cheap.
University of Tennessee Gender-Neutral Pronoun Guide
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville's Pride Center released a guide requesting that faculty and students use gender-neutral pronouns such as "ze," "hir," and "xe." The guide encourages professors to ask students for their preferred pronouns during roll call to create a more inclusive environment for non-binary individuals. The initiative has sparked debate regarding the etymology of these terms and the role of diversity scholarship in academia.
