In a message dated Wed, 13 Mar 2002 1:21:21 PM Eastern Standard Time, "EAMONN CONDON" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> In the article that I posted yesterday the word "scalps" was used. I realize that >this word is politically incorrect and may be offensive to many. I also am disturbed >by the use of such offensive terminology, however not being the author of this piece >I did not feel it was appropriate to edit the text. To be fair, the quote itself was >from a young British runner who, I am sure, had no idea his words might be hurtful.> If i remember correctly, it was the Brits who taught the north american natives how to scalp (as a way to collect bounty on the French-controlled tribes), so i wouldn't lose any sleep over the usage. gh
