Are We Just Making Up Too Many Words?
April 4, 2025
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as posted by the channelLinguist and author John McWhorter explains why both the political left and right are wrong about language policing—and why changing words won’t change the world. From the rise of DEI terminology and “inclusive language” to the Trump administration’s anti-woke word lists, McWhorter critiques the growing trend of using vocabulary as a shortcut for political change.
In this clip from the Stay Tuned with Preet podcast, McWhorter calls out the lazy politics of word lists, arguing that grassroots activism, not curated language, is what drives real impact.
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