I learned nine and a half years ago, through observation, that the worst offense to a Greek, at least in Greece, is to imply comparisons to the Turks.
I learned much earlier that words can hurt. And while I'm not always perfect in my delivery, I am immediate in apologizing in instances I've mis-spoken or am mis-taken.
I learned that you do not compare Greek cab drivers to Turkish cab drivers without intent to insult. Do not ask for Turkish coffee in a Greek restaurant, not even in authentic restaurants state-side.
And I know from personal experience that faggot anywhere, any time, from anyone -- including from one -- can hurt. It's either intentional or it's a mistake but smart people don't make mistakes like that; it's like mistakenly using the N-word.
It is unnecessary for every mention of Edwards to include mention of that word. It is unnecessary to use it again and again on the front page, even if it's to rub KKKoulter's nose in it -- because everyone within earshot, or sight line, sees it. And some of those people spent many years being tormented, abused, ashamed, and physically threatened by it. It's bad enough when it comes from those who hate us and worse when it comes from someone we're supposed to trust. The greatest insults hurt.
Some people don't want to hear it again. Thanks.