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N-to the grave?

The NAACP has funeralized the n-word. Good for them.

Question is, will that hateful -- often self-hateful -- term rest in peace?

I would like to say I'm optimistic.

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Joe Stafford said:

It's time to bury word. Everyone agrees. If any kind admonishment or punishment is dished out by teachers, principals, etc. for students using the work, it should be the same for people of all races and ethnic origins. No exceptions.

Truth said:

No need to talk about anymore then. Right Allen?

Allen Johnson said:

Not that I can see. Unless it winds up in the news again -- and I hope it doesn't.

? said:

From what I hear the NAACP itself is headed for the grave. Maybe it's time to bury the whole kit N' kaboodle?

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