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Firemen became firefighters. Penmanship became handwriting. Great. But there’s one gender neutral word I can’t support.

Firemen became firefighters.A serious improvement. I’d rather be a firefighter than a fireman.  Stewardess became flight attendant.Also an improvement.   Policemen became police officer.A solid choice. I’d rather call a police officer for help than a policeman.  Mailman became mail carrier. Fine. More descriptive, even. Penmanship became handwriting.A more modern alternative.   Waiter and waitress became server. I don’t…

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It would be amazing if my daughter became a firefighter when she grew up. My wife may disagree slightly.

My wife and I differ in opinion on so few things. She’s not a fan of Meatloaf (the musician, not the delicious meat product), but that’s not a difference of opinion as much as a flaw in her character. I don’t love many of the traditional Jewish foods that she adores so much, but that’s…

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