While there’s no right or wrong answer, it’s important to be mindful of how using it can impact bi folks So, if you’re thinking about using it, maybe give it a second thought. Please see the guidance for writing about lgbtq+ people in uk cultural heritage for general guidance This section contains many abhorrent and harmful terms, as well as reclaimed slurs and community slang These terms are listed to help archivists and cultural heritage professionals The reclamation of slurs can change the ownership of their power
Yet, this doesn’t forgo its original meaning Just because one gay person feels empowered to take back a word that was once used to opress, does not mean others are ready to embrace the same. Reclaiming slurs can feel transcendent Without our slurs, the queer community lose our history.
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