[kbenson]

> I was surprised to learn that MILF is not disrespectful enough for some folks to terminate the employee.

I suspect that some people are unclear of, or have suppressed in favor of the colloquial use, the definition or expanded form of MILF. If you think of it as "very attractive mother and/or mature woman", which I think the meaning has shifted to somewhat over time, then I can see how some people might have differing interpretations for the severity of the remark. That's not to say it's acceptable, it is not, but I can see how someone could be somewhat surprised initially the severity of the negative reaction to their comment, through ignorance or carelessness.