Statements like the one now deleted that perpetuate transphobia call for unequivocal apologies that make it clear that what was said was not okay, that the problem lies there, and not with those “offended.”
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At the end of the day, these conversations have nothing to do with being “offended.” They have to do with normalizing and reinforcing oppressive forces like misogyny, racism, and transphobia that do material harm in people’s lives.
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IOW a pseudo-apology like this actually fuels the narrative of the self-characterized “anti-SJW” crowd that the freedom devs should have to pursue their unfettered artistic vision of making wildly transphobic, misogynistic games is being robbed by the all-powerful SJW elite.
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Oof, I checked out the replies to the linked apology and gamers are just the worst. As usual.
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Yeah, there are some real doozies in there. Some people are really invested in defending shitty jokes. I have to think the non-apology isn't helping.
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Sadly bigotry towards anyone who isn't a white cis het male is far too common place in the gaming industry and the community, their apologies are always hollow and progress towards being more inclusive and accepting is rare. Pretty sick of the attitudes in the industry
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You are absolutely right. Weasel words, from people who have foregone their right to the benefit of doubt.
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Sure, that's totally understandable. I'm sure that's true of a lot of people. I don't think people should be persecuted for not initially understanding the way this joke is rooted in transphobia. As long as people are open to learning, it's all good.
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