‘Sexual preference’? Merriam-Webster changes definition after Hirono scolded Barrett about term used by Biden, Ginsburg

By World Tribune on October 15, 2020   Americas, Exclusives, Rest of The Best, Top Stories, U.S., U.S. Culture, Washington, World Links, World Tribune  

Analysis by WorldTribune Staff, October 15, 2020 Hawaii Democrat Sen. Mazie Hirono during Wednesday’s confirmation hearing scolded Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett for her use of the term “sexual preference.” “Let me make clear: sexual preference is an offensive and outdated term,” Hirono said. “If it is your view that sexual orientation is merely […]