The wrong word at the wrong time
Re “$#!&@*! politics,” editorial, July 22
An entire editorial on how refreshing it was to hear President Bush being honestly profane? I don’t know what is more ludicrous -- the world’s most powerful man caught once again at his nondiplomatic worst, or a major newspaper applauding it.
PETER HANSEN
Palm Springs
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Shame on The Times for applauding Bush’s use of profanity. The president is not just another guy whose frustration justifies his use of profanity. The president’s language in public should be carefully controlled and should reflect the dignity inherent in his high office.
Another reason for condemning rather than applauding Bush is that he does not practice what he preaches. His administration’s official policy is that the use of obscenities is immoral and offensive. The FCC, which is controlled by Bush appointees, invokes stiff fines on U.S. radio and TV stations that broadcast the s-word used by the president. His use of that word demonstrates his hypocrisy.
SYLVAN GOLLIN
Claremont
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