It is interesting to me that I don't always know what is insensitive because I don't know the meaning of words at times.  Very often, friends have to clue me in on the meaning of words and phrases.  What I find astounding is that so much of the music my granddaughter listens to on the airwaves is so much worse than what I've heard discussed to date.
   
Some of the words of the rap music may have a beat to be desired - but the words are appalling - denigrating women and girls.  Denigrating police and public officials.  Totally disrespectful of the ordinary person/families.  It should not be a shock to anyone that this kind of talk is happening these days with greater frequency.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could start a movement of honesty, courtesy and respect for ALL others no matter how different?

This country has been a "dream country" for immigrants and settlers of old.  Freedom of speech - YES - but let there be a balance.  Let it be freedom of speech with respect towards our fellow man (generic man).......

[ed note: oriole provides a view from Westby (welcome back oriole).  Viroqua High School students had a very successful set of Diversity Day presentations today.  KickTime is working to get video of the event available on the site.]