A poll about a fucking shirt.

[clecyclist]

Hi everyone!

I saw a cycling jersey for sale recently that says (in a huge font on the front and back) "FUCK CANCER". I've thought about buying it because fuck cancer, that's why - but I'm also kind of a little concerned about it for various reasons. 

1. It says "FUCK". I think bumper stickers and most clothing that says "fuck" somewhere on it (or most any profane word really) is trashy and I judge most of it. 

2. I worry that some kid is going to see it and start saying "FUCK CANCER! FUCK! CANCER FUCK! FUCK FUCK FUCK" or something, or that they'll say "Mommy? Why does that woman's shirt say "FUCK CANCER"?" and/or that I'm going to get dirty looks from parents or people in general who don't like the word being out there in public for all to see. Can't you just imagine the grandmas?




Wow that pic is big. Anyway, I obviously feel very strongly about cancer. I really do like the jersey, but in some ways I'm worried about buying it for the above reasons. It's also expensive ($100, which is kind of standard for a fancy jersey). So I'd like to know, would you wear a shirt/jacket/something with the word "fuck" on it? Why or why not? I know context is a huge thing in my situation, but I'm curious what everyone else thinks. 

I don't want to be like "Oh, well I can wear what I want because I have cancer" because really, is it like that? Fuck, I dunno.

[GoBigOrGoGnome]

I said "yes", but I guess it would just depend on where I was going and who I'd be around. I can see both sides of it so that's a tough one.

[bunnyfungo]

If a kid is old enough to read "fuck" on your shirt,
they are old enough for their parents to have a conversation about appropriate word usage.

I'd buy it.

[Deleted]

I would wear it. If you're worried about it, maybe just think about where you're wearing it? I don't know. I think if there's a kid old enough to read it then they probably already get that there are words you shouldn't say. I wouldn't worry about it so much.

[Deleted]

I'd buy it too. Since it's a cycling jersey you could always put tape over the U. Adults will still understand, but little kids might not be as quick to be make the connection.

[nuggetrn]

I personally would not wear it... but I also wouldn't think twice about you wearing it. I don't have kids but I agree with PPs, if the kid is old enough to read they've probably already come across/heard it at least once. Obviously don't go wearing it to somebody's 6th birthday party... but a cycling event, I say go for it.

[rooskie]

I wouldn't buy it personally because we just don't curse in our house but I know plenty of people who would.

Andplusalso you will be going too fast for them to read it cause you're amazing like that.

[icaughtfire]

"Fuck Cancer"? Yes. "Fuck Bitches, Get Money"? No.

[juliayadda]

F U Cancer or EFF Cancer would be my happy medium.

[clecyclist]

This is the jersey, for anyone curious.

I appreciate everyone's input

[Sparkly]

I'm on the fence. I probably wouldn't get/wear it personally, but then again, I'm not the one in the situation. PPs have made some valid points about parents talking to kids and the context of when/where you wear it. I mean, for kids old enough to understand, were FCUK shirts much better than if it just said FUCK? And that's just a brand name, not an actual message. I dunno. I think... Fuck cancer. And wear a shirt that says so if you want.

[mugster]

I would wear it... but then I'm not particularly bothered by profanity, don't have kids, and don't think it is my job to protect other people's children. I would especially wear it to a cycling event, maybe not on the heavily used multi-use trail near my house...

[Rama]

I'd wear it. I can see the concern you have for the wording, but Fuck Cancer is a fuck I'd think most people can get behind. Also, putting tape over the CK would still have the message you want, without the profanity, should you want to censor your shirt.

[moirin8]

I have no problems with the shirt. Honestly fuck is just a word when it's all said and done. You're not using it to attack anyone or anything. And yes fuck cancer. There are places that you probably shouldn't wear it. But that list would be small for me. Take everything I say very lightly though. Fuck is my favorite word and my daughter has a onesie that's says "suck it" with a pacifier on it. I put her in it all the time until she grew out of it. That's just the type of person I am.

[KatieEl]

I have a workout shirt with f*ck on it, but I don't know that I'd wear it if it actually said fuck. Which is sorta ridiculous, but there you go!

[♪♫choppinbroccoli♫♪]

I voted no, and my reason is that I would worry about accidentally wearing it in the presence of children. I like the cause, but I would just find another means of supporting the cause. I don't have a strong opinion one way or the other, though. I like the suggestions of covering certain letters as a compromise.

[rablissful]

I would wear it to a cycling event (bonus points for a cancer awareness one) but not going out for errands or riding on a family friendly trail. It's all about where you wear it!

[risscaboobs]

I'm buying it

[Deleted]

Mar 14, 2015 12:40:04 GMT -5 Rama said:

I'd wear it. I can see the concern you have for the wording, but Fuck Cancer is a fuck I'd think most people can get behind. Also, putting tape over the CK would still have the message you want, without the profanity, should you want to censor your shirt.

I like this better than my idea.

[cjchio]

I say get it.

[Ray]

Mar 14, 2015 13:53:36 GMT -5 rablissful said:

I would wear it to a cycling event (bonus points for a cancer awareness one) but not going out for errands or riding on a family friendly trail. It's all about where you wear it!

This

[kcrkcs]

I would wear the crap out of that jersey because fuck cancer! In fact I am going to be wearing it. Look for me.

[kawaiikitsune]

I would wear it because I'm vulgar like that and also, fuck cancer.

[mrstrejo]

I voted No because I personally wouldn't wear it, but I would have no problem if anyone wore it around me or my children.

[brettanomyces]

I personally wouldn't wear it, but I'm super religious and for me it wouldn't be appropriate.

I think in context though it's fine. Strong language has its place when making a point. The tape idea over the "ck" is a good option if you're worried about who's around.

[fozziebear]

I have kids that can read. They've certainly heard the word, they understand it's not a kid word, we don't drop F bombs in every other sentence. Doubt they've ever read the word.

If you passed us on the bike path near our house, I'd probably side-eye you. Wearing it in a bike competition, especially if it's for a cancer cause? Wear it with pride.

[NatalieDavid]

I work at a local nonprofit and someone wore a Fuck ALS shirt to one of our events. That was a few years ago and it is still talked about by a lot of our volunteers who were very offended. Personally I think Fuck Cancer and more power to you for wearing it but don't be surprised about getting dirty looks.

[helloerrbody]

I would wear it, but only if I was somewhere where I didn't have a chance of running into someone I know who would have a problem with it. I'm an elementary school teacher and being seen in a shirt like that could be an issue.

But I love what the shirt says, seriously - FUCK CANCER!!