Terms like "dumb," "crazy," "insane," and "delusional" are ableist and we should avoid using them when we can, but they are so ingrained in the lexicon that it is absolutely ins... foolish to treat using them like a hanging offence. This is the way common people talk, for better or worse. Not to say it is something we can't change, but without finding common cause with the people, few will follow our lead.

It is easy to get caught up in the never-ending battle of trying to root out opportunists and reactionaries, but there is a reason why doctrinaire theoreticians have historically found themselves alienated from the working class. A saintly devotion to doctrine is commendable, but no one will be there to commend you if you find yourself all alone in an ivory tower.