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Political correctness is bad for our society
This position holds that political correctness is bad for society. It argues that PC norms restrict open discussion of difficult issues and so block progress, that suppressing ideas only drives them toward polarisation, and that political correctness stands opposed to free speech.
Supporting arguments · 2
- Political correctness opposes free speechPolitical correctness is a form of censorship. It goes against Western values and slows society's progression.
- Political correctness' suppression of ideas leads to their polarisationPolitical correctness merely prevents people using offensive words, the motivation behind them remains, and views become more harmful once suppressed