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James Lankford: “I prefer to use the term 'respectful' in language rather than 'inclusive.'”

On the recordApril 19, 2023
I prefer to use the term 'respectful' in language rather than 'inclusive.'
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James Lankford
Republican · Oklahoma

Editor's note · Context

Lankford expresses his preference for respectful language over inclusive terminology in GAO's style guide.

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