While I do think there are times when we are too politically correct (sometimes a joke IS just a joke, people), given the unbridled amount of prejudice and discrimination in this country, there should be lines drawn as to what is socially acceptable and what isn't.
No, it shouldn't be a crime to say those things, but what does it hurt to be mindful of other people's feelings? I always have to wonder how callous and miserable someone has to be in their own life, to not care about others.
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