As a female who worked for 30 years in a predominantly male industry, I think the gender-specific word argument is just blaming others for your own poor self esteem.
Call me what you like. I will answer to what I choose.
I would say postal carrier or letter carrier. Personally, removing gender- specific words is on par with politically correct speech. Both are dumb ideas.
MelvinLott over 13 years ago
WWSD What would Sonny do?
Plods with ...™ over 13 years ago
Why bring a guerilla fighter and a singer into it? Must be a fund raiser.
ellisaana Premium Member over 13 years ago
Jane and Cheryl become Jean and Shirley.
No, I believe ‘dumbass’ is gender inclusive.
As a female who worked for 30 years in a predominantly male industry, I think the gender-specific word argument is just blaming others for your own poor self esteem.
Call me what you like. I will answer to what I choose.
hypershock over 13 years ago
It just doesn’t feel right to me to say postwoman. I say postman even though she’s a lady. Anyone else feel like this?
I’m fine with everything else- stuntwoman, chairwoman etc
cbrsarah over 13 years ago
I would say postal carrier or letter carrier. Personally, removing gender- specific words is on par with politically correct speech. Both are dumb ideas.
luckylouie over 13 years ago
I too use a gender-neutral term that incorporates the male, female and neuter genders. The term is SHHEEIT. Pronunciation should be obvious.
2kewl4skewl over 13 years ago
what about the excellent point about PTA moms!!! I know how she feels!!