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Gum
05-26-17, 10:43 AM
https://paintingthegreyarea.wordpress.com/2012/11/26/literacy-privilege/

I don't often post super srs stuff here, but this is a good one. This is definitely worth a read, especially for us ^_~

I love the internet man, it's always pointing out why I'm a piece of shit! ;D But no, in all seriousness, it helps me figure out not to hurt other people so that's good.

SirArtemis
05-26-17, 09:52 PM
Much there to agree with, particularly with what is "right" as that has come up often in spelling and mechanics as I've read the work of others. And we all definitely have various experience. I looked over a woman's shoulder on the train and noticed she was writing what looked like an article. She said life style instead of lifestyle, and varies instead of various. I considered offering the corrections, but opted not to. Obviously I was reading her phone without permission, which was the major factor. But language is hard, evolving, and does not always clearly have a right answer. Good read. Thanks for sharing.