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tymekpavel
1110 days ago
I’m sure you didn’t mean it, but in the English language “Pollak” and its variations are derogatory terms for people of Polish descent. The preferred term is “Pole.”
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xorvoid
1110 days ago
I also came here to say this. Thank you! It’s a slur and not everyone seems to realize that…
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eptcyka
1110 days ago
Because it isn't a slur in all English speaking cultures.
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