Eric wrote:
> ... So when we see Americans spend so much time arguing over the one word
> in their language that is not gender neutral, we get thoroughly confused,
> especially since the Brits and Aussies don't seem to do that, at least not
> to the  same extent.

I was at a big gathering and saw a group of embroiderers, all women, sit
down and start talking.  One of them said "Hey, guys", and they all
responded.  If that doesn't mean that gender emphasis in language is dying,
then I don't know what does.

Have fun,

Paul