Miriam Webster adds emojis as words (destruction of language)

Miriam Webster contributing to the destruction of language? Orwell's 1984 predicted that words would be added and deleted in order to stop critical thinking. We also see this in the 3 word phrases that are ingrained into us by mainstream media. Who, that was around and watching could ever forget
"cut and run"? Is there any hope for us anymore? Brainwashing everywhere and most don't care because they're either comfortable or too busy trying to survive this economy. I'm sickened by all of it.

And now 1700 new words, including emoticons have been added:

http://www.conspiracyoutpost.com/topic/1260-merriam-webster-adds-1700-words-including-wtf-and-meme/