But anyway, I decided to look up what a 'fag-hag' was on...what else but Wikipedia (I should donate some funds to whomever devotes their time and energy towards keeping that site running). Based on my readings, I have the following thoughts:
- I still find it offensive, if only because it has a combination of derogatory words, and the history behind them.
- Transformation of phrases that go from derogatory to empowering has no positive effect on me. I still am aware of the history and oppression behind various 'formerly derogatory' phrases spouted on the regular (well, at least where I go). I still think they're offensive and are better off not said.
- The male version of this phrase seems to not be so derogatory at all! They seem more catchy and inclusive hetero-males...in a nice way!
- Queer or no, men dissin' on females seems to always be in style. Hegemony be damned!
- As a person who considers herself an ally, I refuse to be called this by the way.
- I also refuse to be called other derogatory/empowerment names like bitch, cunt, nigger, and other names I have yet to come across.
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