| Ashadelo said: The thing is the N word doesnt even carry a stigma of racism with it (at least towards the younger generations). Its more of a curse word than anything else these days. I don't know how many times I have been called the n-word by different people and in no ways is my skin even close to being black. The semantic range of this word has changed drastically over the years. The only people I ever hear linking the N word to slavery or racism are usually older liberals. |
Would you agree with me that some curse words are inherently problematic? the N-word only works as a slur or curse if being black has a negative connotation, the same goes for words like faggot or if you make fun of someone based on his appearence.
Now I'm not saying everyone has to stop using these words, if you're together with friends and you know that non of your friends get insulted by them or holds bigoted believes, it is ok to use them. But if you're in front of strangers or a larger crowed(like a streamer) it isn't ok.
