Political buzz words.

[d-ray657]

It's fascinating to read political commentary and find particular buzz words that instantly demonstrate the perspective of the writer. One example is the words that people use to describe union leaders. In this WAPO blog, the writer broadcasts his political agenda by describing comments by a union leader as "thuggish." The comments came after a candidate, who the union had strongly supported in his campaign for office, backed a measure that would tilt the playing field toward management in union negotiations: "You're going to be a one-termer, pal. Welcome to the big leagues." The right and the powers that be find it in their interest to demonize the organizations that have been the most effective in raising the standard of living for working people.

What are some other buzz words that instantly identify the political leanings of the speaker/writer? What do you think it the background/motivation for the use of such terms?

I expect that I am as guilty as any of using a set of buss words, but they don't come to mind now. (I use "powers that be" a lot, but that is used by both sides of the political divide.)

Regards,

D-Ray

[finnbow]

"Socialist" used by anybody when referring to any US politician other than Bernie Sanders. Usually used by right-wing supply-siders who have no idea what a socialist really is. "San Franciso liberal" can be used almost interchangeably.

[d-ray657]

Using Fat Cats to describe the rich behind the GOP is one of my stereotypical references that reveals my political bent. I suspect that, in the not too distant future, the use of the term "tea bagger" will be used a pejorative description of any politicians or partisans who seek to move the right further and further to the right.

Actually whether one describes a left-leaning individual is a liberal or a progressive will usually identify one's political outlook. The right uses liberal as a synonym for bad, and the left has taken ownership of the term progressive.

Regards,

D-ray

[Charles]

If Noon were present, he'd bring up "real Americans" since it frosts his ass so.

Buzz words are just poor excuses for cuss words, which are actually more befitting when describing the political class.

IMHO, of course,

Chas

[d-ray657]

Originally Posted by Charles

If Noon were present, he'd bring up "real Americans" since it frosts his ass so.

Buzz words are just poor excuses for cuss words, which are actually more befitting when describing the political class.

IMHO, of course,

Chas

But Chas, you're an honest man, and we're talking about something far from honesty. The political set, including pundits, uses code for cuss words.

Regards,

D-Ray

[BlueStreak]

I think political buzz words are "disingenuous".

Dave

[Charles]

Originally Posted by d-ray657

But Chas, you're an honest man, and we're talking about something far from honesty. The political set, including pundits, uses code for cuss words.

Regards,

D-Ray

Perhaps all we are witnessing is the evolution of Newspeak.

Chas

[merrylander]

Originally Posted by Pukka Sahib

Liberals and conservatives are all of a piece - all are the fools of prejudice. We all bring our own biases and prejudices (our own political philosophy, so to speak) to the public forum. To be disposed one way or the other may depend on many things; but, ultimately, it all depends on only one thing - ourselves. We would all do well to examine ourselves - our own dislikes and preferences - before we start labeling others.

Why then we may as well all go back to bed and pull the covers over our heads (actually with this ^%$# headcold that sounds like a good idea.)

I will admit to one prejudice - I never did learn to suffer fools gladly.

[finnbow]

"Compromise" has become a buzz word in conservative circles for caving in the the evil forces of the left.

[merrylander]

Since I have yet to meet a conservative in this country I am in no position to judge.