Can you stop using the word “elitist”? You can go on mentioning it, since part of your claim seems to be about where that word should and should not appear, but please stop using it.
Ok, I see what you mean. I also see that asking me to quit using the words “elitist” and “elitism” is the equivalent of asking me to quit talking about the subject of elitism. I do not see why it would help any of us improve if I quit talking about elitism. Even if I’m the one that’s confused, I doubt I will realize it if I refrain from talking about it.
Can you stop using the word “elitist”? You can go on mentioning it, since part of your claim seems to be about where that word should and should not appear, but please stop using it.
I’m not sure what you’re asking.
Use-mention distinction. Please stop using the word “elitism”.
Ok, I see what you mean. I also see that asking me to quit using the words “elitist” and “elitism” is the equivalent of asking me to quit talking about the subject of elitism. I do not see why it would help any of us improve if I quit talking about elitism. Even if I’m the one that’s confused, I doubt I will realize it if I refrain from talking about it.
You can play Rationalist Taboo, yes?
I decided to take your suggestion, thanks.
Actually, I think Alicorn is asking you to unpack what you mean by elitism, or else we are in danger of arguing about trees falling in a forest.