An Open Letter To Aruden

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Originally Posted by pickled_heretic [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

"The Holocaust" is not a racial slur in any shape form or fashion, but it is commonly accepted that a guild name specifically referring to the Judeocide is unquestionably inappropriate. The only issue is whether "Holocaust" and "The Holocaust" are the same. your comparison is invalid.

There have been many holocausts aside from that of the Jews. Holocaust should not and does not only apply to the Jewish people.

The Holocaust is referenced to the Jewish people because that is what they wished to call it.

One is a specific name given to an event, the other is a generic word with a generic definition.

The Super Bowl does not equal super bowl. One has a specific meaning, the other could refer to a bowl that has super powers, or an array of other meanings.