"Microaggression theory
Microaggression is
a form of unintended discrimination. It is depicted by the use of known
social norms of behavior and/or expression that, while without
conscious choice of the user, has the same effect as conscious, intended
discrimination.
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en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microaggression_theory"
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Meanwhile, critics are asking if this latest PC campaign is not yet another threat to free speech and academic freedom.
Despite such concerns, the campaign is proceeding apace. Their is even a "Microaggression Project" website:
http://www.microaggressions.com/
This effort to stamp out microaggressions, like the crusade against sexual assault, is laudable and well-intentioned. I have no doubts. The potential downside is uncertain in both cases, though symptoms are spreading. With regard to sexual assault, the proliferation of law suits by disappointed complainants and outrages accused is one such symptom.
http://america.aljazeera.com/watch/shows/america-tonight/articles/2015/2/26/united-educators-sexual-assault-study.html
Unintended consequences must always be anticipated and guarded against when they are undesirable. The so-called War on Drugs had laudable goals. Like the campaign against sexual assault, it was the brainchild of Uncle Sam. Its bad outcomes include an incarceration rate in the US that overshadows all the rest of Western civilization. They also include countless violations of civil liberties.
Combatting sexual assault on college campuses is an Obama brainstorm. We'll see how it plays out.
The concept of microaggressions is a venerable one whose time may have come. It, too, may have its dark side, as critics caution. Again, we'll have to wait and see.
http://www.microaggressions.com/
This effort to stamp out microaggressions, like the crusade against sexual assault, is laudable and well-intentioned. I have no doubts. The potential downside is uncertain in both cases, though symptoms are spreading. With regard to sexual assault, the proliferation of law suits by disappointed complainants and outrages accused is one such symptom.
http://america.aljazeera.com/watch/shows/america-tonight/articles/2015/2/26/united-educators-sexual-assault-study.html
Unintended consequences must always be anticipated and guarded against when they are undesirable. The so-called War on Drugs had laudable goals. Like the campaign against sexual assault, it was the brainchild of Uncle Sam. Its bad outcomes include an incarceration rate in the US that overshadows all the rest of Western civilization. They also include countless violations of civil liberties.
Combatting sexual assault on college campuses is an Obama brainstorm. We'll see how it plays out.
The concept of microaggressions is a venerable one whose time may have come. It, too, may have its dark side, as critics caution. Again, we'll have to wait and see.
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