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For the record I was posting in support of inclusive language, but pointing out that context and convention matter.

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[–] BowtiesAreCool 7 points 1 week ago

I find it androgynous and will use it for anyone, but if anyone told me they were uncomfortable with me referring to them that way, I would stop, as with anything. It’s simply decent to refer to people as they prefer.