The best way for speakers to avoid the debate over appropriate language and political correctness is to?

Understandable Language: 
- Use words that your listeners find recognizable 
- To use understandable language you need to analyze your audience to determine what language your listeners will recognize (audience educational level)

2. Concrete Words:
- Whenever possible use Concrete Words= specific words that suggest exactly what you mean. 
EX: blue 2008 Toyota 
- Abstract words= general and can be confusing 
EX: vehicle 

3. Proper Use of Words:
- Use words correctly to express the point you want to make.

4. Concise Language:
- Because audience can't reread or rehear portions of your speech, make sure each sentence expresses one thought 
- Use the fewest words necessary to describe an idea