[templar]

I know a few old timers who are disgusted that their Party's new claim to fame is being the "Gay" party. (only they used a term which includes the UK word for cigarette)

The fact that you don't use that term, but only allude to it, indicates the power they have (over you). "Fag" is (usually considered) a derogatory term for a homosexual (as is 'queer') and I see no need to avoid being or appearing derogatory toward them.

[longtermmemmory]

The actual word added "-got", since this is FR I did not think it appropriate to used such open swear words on FR. No hesitation, just time place and manner for those around me.