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'''Political correctness''' (often abbreviated to '''PC''') is a term used to describe language or behavior which is intended, or said to be intended, to provide a minimum of offense, particularly to racial, cultural, or other identity groups. A text that conforms to the alleged ideals of political correctness is said to be politically correct. | '''Political correctness''' (often abbreviated to '''PC''') is a term used to describe language or behavior which is intended, or said to be intended, to provide a minimum of offense, particularly to racial, cultural, or other identity groups. A text that conforms to the alleged ideals of political correctness is said to be politically correct. | ||
The term "political correctness" is used almost exclusively in a pejorative sense. However, terms such as inclusive language and civility are often used to praise language that is seen by critics as "politically correct". Those who use the term in a critical fashion often express a concern about the dilution of freedom of speech, intolerance of language, and the avoidance of a discussion of social problems. | The term "political correctness" is used almost exclusively in a pejorative sense. However, terms such as inclusive language and civility are often used to praise language that is seen by critics as "politically correct". Those who use the term in a critical fashion often express a concern about the dilution of [[freedom of speech]], intolerance of language, and the avoidance of a discussion of social problems. | ||
The existence of PC has been alleged and denounced by conservative, liberal, and other commentators. The term itself and its usage, however, is hotly contested. Some commentators, usually on the political left, have argued that the term "political correctness" is a straw man invented by the New Right to discredit what they consider progressive social change, especially around issues of race and gender. | The existence of PC has been alleged and denounced by conservative, liberal, and other commentators. The term itself and its usage, however, is hotly contested. Some commentators, usually on the political left, have argued that the term "political correctness" is a straw man invented by the New Right to discredit what they consider progressive social change, especially around issues of race and gender. | ||
Revision as of 19:44, 29 March 2020
Political correctness (often abbreviated to PC) is a term used to describe language or behavior which is intended, or said to be intended, to provide a minimum of offense, particularly to racial, cultural, or other identity groups. A text that conforms to the alleged ideals of political correctness is said to be politically correct.
The term "political correctness" is used almost exclusively in a pejorative sense. However, terms such as inclusive language and civility are often used to praise language that is seen by critics as "politically correct". Those who use the term in a critical fashion often express a concern about the dilution of freedom of speech, intolerance of language, and the avoidance of a discussion of social problems.
The existence of PC has been alleged and denounced by conservative, liberal, and other commentators. The term itself and its usage, however, is hotly contested. Some commentators, usually on the political left, have argued that the term "political correctness" is a straw man invented by the New Right to discredit what they consider progressive social change, especially around issues of race and gender.
Also see
- A PC Christmas Card
- PC vs Mac - Politically Correct vs. Male Anglo-saxon Chauvanists]]
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