From The Mayor Of Troy, Michigan: No longer love NY cuz queers can marry there

[WillParkinson]

From The Mayor Of Troy, Michigan

We say "queer." Why can't the mayor of Troy, Michigan? The conundrum of intent and context versus reclamation rolls on.

On Friday evening, Daniels said her Facebook posting "may not have been the most appropriate language." "But I was not even considering running for mayor at that time. I was speaking for myself," she said. "It's my personal belief that marriage is between one man and one woman. I love people, but I want to acknowledge my First Amendment right to speak freely. I know that as mayor, I represent all of the people in this city." Linda Kajma, 60, a 37-year Troy resident who said she voted for Daniels' opponent in the Nov. 8 election, said she was upset by the comment. She passed herself off as a Christian and a person of integrity during the campaign, and now the real Janice is showing her colors," Kajma said.

http://joemygod.blogspot.com/2011/12/from-mayor-of-troy-michigan.html

[NMMNG]

1. Oh, the pain.

:sarcasm:

I can't fathom suddenly hating a whole state because it now recognizes the human rights of a minority group. But then again I'm not a narrow-minded bigot so...

[beyurslf]

2. She can't say queer because she uses in a negative context.

We can use almost any language if we use it in a positive context.

[HillWilliam]

3. We don't say "queer" in this house, either

It's pejorative, declassé, and has too much pain attached to it. Younger folks might find nothing wrong with it, but my partner and I find it extremely offensive no matter who says it or why.

[beyurslf]

4. My son prefers to be called queer over gay. I know I am the opposite as well.

I think it is a generational thing.

[HillWilliam]

5. I'd have to agree it's generational

The younger folks embrace the word and wear it for a badge. I'm a bit older (in my 50s) and I just can't.

I will say, I'm in total awe of the younguns' courage. They're living out and proud in a way we never could until we reached adulthood.