Dubious disclaimer
From Encyclopedia Dramatica
Dubious disclaimers are disclaimers that mean absolutely nothing when taken in context with the entirety of what a person is saying. They are a sad consequence of PCism. They are largely used by racists before telling an off-color joke, starting their own white supremacist website, or talking to the actual IRL subject of their conversation. These are also called 'hedges' by those whose heads are not securely implanted in their asses. Fuckheads...
Examples
- "I'm not a racist, but..."
- "... Niggers should all be thrown into gas chambers.
- "I'm not gay, but..."
- "... I take it in the ass."
- "I don't hate fags, but..."
- "... they're really only good for tinder."
- "I respect you man.."
- "...but honestly, do everyone a favor and drive a fucking nail through your skull"
- "Everyone's entitled to their own opinion."
- "... except you, you faggot."
- "I'm not a Retard, but..."
- "...I Frequent the Ebaums forums."
- "Let's agree to disagree."
- "I did not have sexual relations with that woman"
- "No offense, but..."
- "... your mother is a whore."
- "I'm no expert, but..."
- "...You should really consider not being a complete cuntbitch. TITS OR GTFO"
- "I did it for the lulz!"
- "I saw it on TV!"
- "Some of my best friends are niggers, but..."
- "... only when I need something to barbecue."
- "I'm not a racist that's what's so insane about this!"
- "See ya later, you child rapist"
- "I'm not a Scientologist, but..."
- I'm really happy for you, I'll let you finish, but...."
Non-verbal disclaimers
The non-verbal motion of looking over both shoulders or holding your hand(s)over your mouth counts as a dubious disclaimer and also lends the appearance of security to whatever piece of inflammatory information is being passed.
See also
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