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    Coarse words and new thinking

    Jan 17, 2018 2 minutes

    Words matter because they express thoughts. As is often pointed out, coarse or profane language usually represents an outburst of emotion, not careful reason. It’s a mode of thought not conducive to calm and effective problem-solving.

    The president of the United States recently used coarse language while discussing

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