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Re:US newspapers are deleting old crime stories, offering su... by Brybry on Saturday January 04, 2025 @05:50PM (#42598255)
Yes, it's my opinion that it's meaningless pedantry to argue involuntary servitude is not included in the definition of slavery when used in casual speech on a forum.

I don't believe there's a need to soften language to attempt to weaken the narrative of a "prison slavery system". If one is a proponent of forced labor for convicts then just say so: plenty of people will agree (and plenty will disagree).

Re:US newspapers are deleting old crime stories, offering su... by jgalt212 on Saturday January 04, 2025 @06:44PM (#42598516)
Reminds me of the progressives trying to say words are violent just like fists, knives, and bullets are. But we're all vibes these days, and no science or empiricism.