You are correct, Garth. That does have all the hatred, sexual implications, and capability to hurt and demean.
Using her ethnic origin in conjunction gave no room for doubt. Having been in an angry situation in which my ethnic origin was included, I can tell you that it does matter. It makes it that much more personal. A ten day suspension was insufficient punishment.
Rita
[Edited by Rita C on Feb 3rd, 2003 at 11:48 AM]
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