9 Quotes by Casey Miller

conventional English usage, including the generic use of masculine-gender words, often obscures the actions, the contributions, and sometimes the very presence of women. Turning our backs on that insight is an option, of course, but it is an option like teaching children that the world is flat.

From antiquity, people have recognized the connection between naming and power.

Every language reflects the prejudices of the society in which it evolved.

Our native language is like a second skin, so much a part of us we resist the idea that it is constantly changing, constantly being renewed.

Look for the little green leaf, which designates a healthier option.

Driving to school each day, I'll see my work.

It's a big rivalry. We haven't beaten them in a long time, and to beat them twice in one year is awesome. I don't even remember the last time we've done that.

All language reflects the prejudices of the society in which it evolved

The hardest part is getting everybody excited about the game and the stuff we have to do as a team.