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==Perceptions & Connotations ==
==Perceptions & Connotations ==
Although ''oriental'' is generally considered a neutral term in the UK, other parts of the Commonwealth and most of Europe, there is some controversy regarding the connotations and implications of the term in North America. According to Abdurrahman R. Squires "politically correct terms have taken the place of the word 'Orientalism'". <ref>http://www.muslim-answers.org/orientalism.htm</ref> According to ''The Official Politically Correct Dictionary and Handbook'' the term is offensive and should be avoided. <ref>Beard, Henry and Cerf, Christopher. The Official Politically Correct Dictionary and Handbook. New York: Villard Books, 1993.</ref> However, the entire concept of [[political correctness]] and its many implications are the center of much debate.
Although ''oriental'' is generally considered a neutral term in the UK, other parts of the [[Commonwealth]] and most of Europe, there is some controversy regarding the connotations and implications of the term in North America. According to Abdurrahman R. Squires "politically correct terms have taken the place of the word 'Orientalism'". <ref>http://www.muslim-answers.org/orientalism.htm</ref> According to ''The Official Politically Correct Dictionary and Handbook'' the term is offensive and should be avoided. <ref>Beard, Henry and Cerf, Christopher. The Official Politically Correct Dictionary and Handbook. New York: Villard Books, 1993.</ref> However, the entire concept of [[political correctness]] and its many implications are the center of much debate.
Thus, there is a certain degree of controversy associated with any politically correct term. So, while some people in 21st century America consider the term ''oriental'' derogatory, there are others who dispute this connotation.
Thus, there is a certain degree of controversy associated with any politically correct term. So, while some people in 21st century America consider the term ''oriental'' derogatory, there are others who dispute this connotation.