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Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2011 16:46:18 -0800
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Why in a rational, intelligent conversation, is the euphemism "N word" being used
in place of "nigger" ?

Is this word over-empowered?

Is this euphemism a measure of guilt? Of fear? Of what?

Kit

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