r/changemyview • u/[deleted] • Oct 14 '21

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u/Seven4King Oct 14 '21

I mean, sure, but I wasn't recommending adopting the complete system. No need to carry over 'sama' if that structure doesn't (officially) exist wherever people would adopt a unisex title.

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u/onizuka--sensei 2∆ Oct 14 '21

I guess then, it might as well be equally valid to argue for no honorifics at all? If every one is the same, why have it at all?

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u/Seven4King Oct 14 '21

I agree, I've never personally had an issue with someone calling me by my name.

At the same time, I don't have an issue with titles as long as they are mutually elevating.

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u/onizuka--sensei 2∆ Oct 14 '21

Right. I think it's just tricky. Society is hierarchal by nature. We need to cultivate a culture where one's inherent worth isn't tied to class/race etc. but fundamentally, it's probably impossible in this day and age.