I have posted some lyrics that I found offensive and have prefaced them with a warning that some others might be offended. I think those songs have a valid existance (i.e. they are part of life). I am appreciative when people say, "Hey, watch out, you're about to step in dog shit." That's a warning, it is not censorship. If I want, I can still step where ever I choose.

When others talk about the power of words that offend I have to agree. It does put the offended person under the power of others. Still, I think people have the right to choose to be offended. It is not my job to have everyone look at the world the way I look at the world. So, out of respect, I post a warning.

I know I cannot exist without hurting some people's feelings. Yet, I don't believe that means I, in the name of freedom, should hurt people's feelings when I know that is what I'm doing. Certainly that is freedom, but I don't choose that type of freedom. If I do want to hurt people's feelings, than I just might make an effort to offend. Otherwise, I'll preface some postings with a warning.

Roger in Baltimore