Allow me to chime it…
Yes, and as a matter of fact they are winning. They have effectively defined the modes of discourse. Its inculcated into our culture.
One need only look to this very BBS to see it effects.
Exhibit A:
From another, notorious, subject:
Pay close attention to the use of the term “gun nut” ( one of my faves ). Also, take note of the false gaff about ‘prosthetic dicks’ toward then end.
The development of Critical Theory was steeped in psychoanalysis. Its not surprising that many of the early inquiries into the “authoritarian personality” or the resistance to collectivism in the West started with a basis in repression, particularly repression of sexuality, or to use a more general term, Eros.
So the method of criticizing those who aren’t with the social/commun -ist program is to suggest that they are mentally incompetent, or sexually oppressed/dysfunctional.
Observe the trend in the use of language. Take note that the term “gun control nut” practically does not exist:
http://www.google.com/trends/explore#q="gun%20nut"%2C%20"gun%20control%20nut"&cmpt=q
Also interesting to note that the Soviets were big fans of providing mental-health ‘care’ to dissidents.
