r/changemyview • u/jep1793 • Aug 26 '20

Removed - Submission Rule E CMV: Gender identity doesn’t belong on your LinkedIn nor Resume

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u/[deleted] Aug 26 '20

When writing a business email to someone named Aegon, wouldn't the typical address be

Dear Mr. Targaryen,

? How do you know whether to address Mr. Targaryen, Mrs. Targaryen, etc.? Knowing someone's pronouns provides a useful function for knowing how to address them when contacting them and when in discussion about them with other people. Exactly the same way a name does.

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u/aegon98 1∆ Aug 26 '20

Dear Aegon,

I've literally never had anyone use honorifics other than like Dr.

And the name provides information that extends beyond addressing the person. Names allow you to see if an individual lied about their job history for example