ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Political correctness

Political correctness is a way of talking and writing that respects people and their beliefs. When we are politically correct, we are careful to use language that doesn't offend or hurt anyone. For example, a politically correct way of referring to someone with a disability would be to call them "a person with a disability" rather than "disabled". It also means that we avoid using words with negative connotations, like saying "crazy" or "stupid" about someone or something. Politically correct language is important because it shows respect for all people, regardless of their race, gender, age, ethnicity, or other factors.