[[Liberal]]s use words like "[[conservative]]" as epithets to disparage and discredit any views opposing [[Liberalism]]. In a typical news story, if opposing views are presented, the liberal view will be portrayed as mainstream, i.e., unmarked. A conservative view will be specifically marked, so viewers or readers know that it's not considered mainstream. | [[Liberal]]s use words like "[[conservative]]" as epithets to disparage and discredit any views opposing [[Liberalism]]. In a typical news story, if opposing views are presented, the liberal view will be portrayed as mainstream, i.e., unmarked. A conservative view will be specifically marked, so viewers or readers know that it's not considered mainstream. |