Because there is such abundant evidence in our daily individual lives of a yawning gap between what we claim we believe are the importance and effects of language upon us , versus the objectively observable effects . Possibly because language is an ephemeral medium as compared with , say , a hunk of metal or a clump of clay , we tend to discount the impact of language on self and community . ' ' Sticks and stones may break my bones , but words will never hurt me , '' we intone as we launch into yet another vicious public debate that leaves all parties more hurt and angry than ever before .

Possible answers:
A). Because it 's violent and people get shoved around;
B). Because there is broken glass all over the floor;
C). Because it 's an emotionally upsetting event;
D). Because it 's hot inside and it 's the summer;
Q: Why does the public debate leave people wounded ?
C).