Analysis Of Deborah Tannen s Queer - 1204 Words

Martha Irvine, a graduate of the University of Michigan published an article titled Queer Evolution which talked about how the word â€Å"Queer† itself has evolved into the mainstream. Originally the word’s definition was to describe something as odd or weird. Society utilized the word â€Å"Queer† as an insult to the LGBTQ community. As more sexual orientations are being discovered, â€Å"Queer† became a more accepted word in the gay community in order to make things simpler. Irvine’s essay showed that whatever word we use, can affect a person depending on the intention, and the tone of how it’s being said. Irvine’s essay is very similar to Deborah Tannen’s essay You’re Wearing That which talks about the relationship between mother and daughter and how words have established expectations for women based on their appearance and behavior. Another essay that well connects with Tannen and Irvine’s articles is a sectio n from a book written by Michael Kimmel titled Bros Before Hos’’: The Guy Code. Kimmel talks about â€Å"The Guy Code†, rules that a man should always follow in order to be considered a real man. Words are the reason why these standards have been established for all genders and sexualities. The relationships between parents and children would be better if words were replaced, which would abolish the expectations that society has for men and women. Many decades ago, The LGBTQ community were seen as the worst of society, they were labeled as the lowest of the low, something nobody