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The BBC nominates J.K. Rowling's transphobic essay for an award. (www.dw.com)
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The BBC has defended its nomination of Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling, who offended many with her comments on transgender people. The British public broadcaster said offense is the "price of free speech."

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[-] Viking_Hippie@lemmy.world 9 points 1 year ago

three criteria for a winner: language, erudition and moral force

I mean, technically it DOES contain language, so I guess it's 1/3 🤷

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