Hank Burchard wrote:
>
> I find two main causes of bad labeling. The first is inadequate language
> skills (often, I suspect, the result of overexposure to artspeak and
> academicalese).

Amen!  And don't forget polysyllabicism!

> As a nonspecialist, I am appalled by the frequency with which I find
> errors of fact (never mind grammar and spelling)

I DO mind, a lot!  It's horrifying to see the abuse of the language in
exhibit texts and publications.

Right on, Hank!  Too many people equate clear writing with "See Dick
run," and flee into obfuscation in reaction.

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