Hi David,

>> But then, if you were reasonably polite, as this network's policy
>> compels you to be, you would recognize that others in this network find
>> the term distasteful, and would therefore refrain from using it.

> I am offended by the proposition that someone would find such an abbreviation
> distasteful. Please refrain from suggesting same.

Well, it hurts my mouth to say it... you-ehs-say-ens. Ah-mericans is  much
easier and not only feels right, sounds right  or you can go for
the abbreviation: 'mericans... ;)

:)

Take care,
Janis

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