Kimmel is a comedian. Nothing he said was hateful.
I don't know the context but when does dismantle become violent?
Hyperbole everywhere but you guys are allowed to say what you want. Check starman's posts for some bigly hate. And none of you spoke against it.
As it's fashionable now to "Ask ChatGPT" answers for clarity surrounding common knowledge words and phrases, here's what it said:
"Me: "Can the word "Dismantle" be considered a term of violence?"
ChatGPT
The word "dismantle" is not inherently a term of violence, but it can carry violent or forceful connotations depending on context.
1. Primary Meaning (Neutral/Mechanical):
Definition: To take apart or disassemble something, usually a structure, machine, or system.
Examples:
"The crew dismantled the old factory."
"They dismantled the computer to repair it."
Tone: Neutral, technical, or procedural.
2. Metaphorical/Political Use (Potentially Forceful):
Used for systems, institutions, ideologies:
"Activists are calling to dismantle systemic racism."
"The regime dismantled opposition media networks."
Tone: Can be assertive, forceful, or transformative, but not necessarily violent in a physical sense.
3. When It Can Imply Violence:
If used in contexts involving destruction or physical aggression.
"The mob dismantled the barricade violently."
"The army dismantled the rebel outpost" (could suggest violence depending on tone and context).
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Summary:
ContextToneViolent?
Mechanical/technicalNeutralNo
Political/socialAssertive/criticalNot inherently
Physical conflictAggressivePossibly
So, "dismantle" isn't a term of violence by default, but in some contexts, especially involving conf
lict or force, it can carry violent implications."
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