Tori is giving a speech in her economics class on health care reform. One of her main focuses is on the coverage of families. As she discusses that issue, she uses such terms as "spouse", "husband", and "wife" rather than the more general term "family". Several members of her audience feel dismissed and overlooked, as Tori's speech does not fully consider the demographic characteristic of

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Tori's use of terms like "spouse", "husband", and "wife" specifically addresses traditional marital relationships, which may not encompass or acknowledge the diversity of family structures that exist, including those formed by individuals of various sexual orientations. This oversight can make members of the audience who do not fit into these traditional roles feel excluded, highlighting an insensitivity to the demographic characteristic of sex and sexual orientation.

Tori Is Giving a Speech in Her Economics Class on Health