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To the Editor:
Language both expresses and constructs attitudes and beliefs. The keynote address of the APNA's national conference (October 24-26, 1991, Tampa, Florida) was titled, "The '90s: Crazier People, Savvier Nurses," demonstrating much more than poor taste. I was shocked to see language that perpetuates stigma, decreases humanity, and emphasizes an oppressive "them/us" stance. I was surprised the...