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ZeroCool@feddit.ch to science@lemmy.worldEnglish · 2 years ago

Racism, misogyny prompt American Ornithological Society renaming of birds

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Racism, misogyny prompt American Ornithological Society renaming of birds

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ZeroCool@feddit.ch to science@lemmy.worldEnglish · 2 years ago
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Racism, misogyny prompt American Ornithological Society renaming of birds - UPI.com
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The American Ornithological Society said Wednesday it will change all English bird names currently named after people. AOS said it's being done to change naming conventions clouded by racism and misogyny.
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    Seems like stupid rationale IMO.

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      Do you think artists should be able to name their works?

      Why shouldn’t scientists also be able to name their works?

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        That’s exactly what I’m saying. They should be able to.

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          It’s hard to communicate with pithy texts only. I misunderstood.

          I agree that the renaming effort is an over reaction trying to be more DEI for no apparent benefit.

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