sheldrake

Unsettling is the word, I think... hmm, yes.

It's easy to see it as yet another case of OutrageOMG!, there have been so many lately, especially concerning the BBC, but I do think this one was different. Perhaps it's to do with growing up with the word and all its confusing connotations -- I have an instinctive reaction of 'wtf?'. I felt the same about the recent Prince Harry thing. They're words I grew up hearing in the playground and they sting when I hear them, even though they weren't directed at me. It's difficult for me to understand the wail of 'Leave poor Harry/Carol alone!'

Of course, the Thatcher element adds something... I hear the BBC are now being accused of a deliberate campaign against the family, after a couple of mild jokes on QI the other night (a programme recorded in July).

Possible I need to take a holiday from news. Oh wait. I work for a newspaper.