New York has banned the n-word

[DandyFop]

WHAT WILL ALL THE BLACK STANDUP COMEDIANS DOOOOO???

From BBC news:

The city council of New York has voted to ban the use of the word "nigger".

The resolution to ban the so-called "N-word" is largely symbolic as it carries no weight in law and those who use the word would face no punishment.

But it reflects a growing unease that the racial slur is now part of everyday conversation and that the taboo against its usage has been swept away.

The word is in common usage among sections of the younger generation in the United States.

'Throwback to slavery'

For many years the "N-word" has been used by young African Americans who have appropriated it as a, perhaps ironic, term of endearment.

Now, other ethnic groups have started to use it in a similar context, and those who insist it should be banned are growing increasingly outraged.

Many African American community leaders, with the backing of fellow lawmakers, say it is offensive in every context and that is a word which should never be said.

For them the word is loaded with offensiveness.

They regard it as degrading and a throwback to the times of slavery when blacks were regarded as sub-human, to be bought and sold by their white owners.

The New York City resolution was sponsored by Councilman Leroy Comrie, who says the "N-word" was derived solely out of hate and anger and that its meaning cannot be changed.

But for America's so-called hip-hop generation using the word among themselves is about self-empowerment.

Its usage is habitual and seems culturally fixed and to stop it is likely to take a change in their attitudes rather than an edict from elected officials.

[Funkyfreshgrape]

a part of jersey banned it also...

[QueenAdrock]

Why is New York on a banning streak? I mean, it just seems really weird, first transfats, then iPod use when crossing the street, now the n-word. I mean, some of it just seems kinda pointless and like they're doing it just because.

[adam_f]

So.............First Amendment?

[QueenAdrock]

Actually, I'm not even against them banning it, it just seems like they should have better things they should be concerned about, like violence and crime.

[fucktopgirl]

banning the word nigger ,pffffft...if people say the word NIGGER , what will happen?

The electric chair maybe!

[ToucanSpam]

This should have been done, oh let's see

2007
1865
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142 years ago.

[Auton]

those who use the word would face no punishment.

you guys even READ the post?

[Auton]

they're not going to be punished.

and goddammit stop saying that word.

[beastiegirrl101]

they should ban b i o n i c

[DandyFop]

Then what's the fucking point?

I don't know, faggot.

[ericlee]

I don't think banning speech is good and all but I'm tired of hearing it all the damn time.

Every third word out of the youngster's mouths around here is nigga and it just gets as bad as hearing fuck coming out of someone's mouth all the time.

I wonder if the Chinese will be affected with this though because the their word for "that" is "na ge" and it sounds just like nigga when said.

[saz]

banning the word nigger ,pffffft...if people say the word NIGGER , what will happen?

Then what's the fucking point?

it's probably a way in which they're trying to convey to the citizens of the state to stop sounding like ignorant fuckheads, or like these (http://www.americanlynching.com/images/28482.jpg) people, ie scum of the earth. i am sick to death of hearing such awful and hateful words bandied about so nonchalantly in our society and popular culture. anyways i like the idea. it's a peculiar way in which to somehow attempt to enhance our collective social standing. regardless, having to explain such a blatantly obvious concept, that doesn't require a lot of thought, especially to you two, isn't surprising in the least.

[The Notorious LOL]

^ that lynching happened in the city I was born in.

I guess I dont see what this is supposed to accomplish. Its a nice gesture, I suppose.

[fucktopgirl]

it's probably a way in which they're trying to convey to the citizens of the state to stop sounding like ignorant fuckheads, or like these (http://www.americanlynching.com/images/28482.jpg) people, ie scum of the earth. i am sick to death of hearing such awful and hateful words bandied about so nonchalantly in our society and popular culture. anyways i like the idea. it's a peculiar way in which to somehow attempt to enhance our collective social standing. regardless, having to explain such a blatantly obvious concept, that doesn't require a lot of thought, especially to you two, isn't surprising in the least.


I was being sarcastic, you miss the electric chair: it is the stupidiest thing to banned a word....Eventually they will banned people from farting because it pollute the air and create co2!

And i dont think that banning a word will elevate the standard of our society!God dammit, n'importe quoi!

[hardnox71]

Trying to ban that word is like trying to but a Band-Aid on a bullet wound. Too little too late.

[adam_f]

Originally posted by hardnox71
Trying to ban that word is like trying to but a Band-Aid on a bullet wound. Too little too late

I guess you of all people would know! YESSSSSSSSSSS! (y)

[hardnox71]

[QUOTE]
I guess you of all people would know! YESSSSSSSSSSS! (y)
:confused:

[adam_f]

I miss making fun of you being a hoodlum, kal. Good to see you back.

[paulb]

its a fuckin word. the only thing that makes it bad is how people use it.

[hardnox71]

I miss making fun of you being a hoodlum, kal. Good to see you back.

I know, I missed that gangsta cracker too.

I have never felt more love in my entire life than right here, right now.

*dries tear from cheek, blows nose ferociously, HOOONNNK!!*

I've missed everyone, too. Adam, I trust you have a shitload of criminal jokes ready for me? It's been almost six months. Your arsenal should be well stocked.

[adam_f]

I'm not even going to make a joke. All I'm going to say is STOP FUCKING UP AND STAY OUT OF JAIL ASSHOLE!

[adam_f]

Originally posted by Skye
oh shit, his been in the clinker?

I don't know. I just assume anymore.

[hardnox71]

I'm not even going to make a joke. All I'm going to say is STOP FUCKING UP AND STAY OUT OF JAIL ASSHOLE!
Adam, you've done that one before. Jim Carrey-Liar, Liar
Come with something new.

And who said I was in jail?

[hardnox71]

I don't know. I just assume anymore.
You know what happens when you assume, right?

I was out of town on some business, OK?

[adam_f]

Originally posted by hardnox71
You know what happens when you assume, right?

You beat the hell out of me to get that elusive third strike on your record?

[hardnox71]

ya....business. ok.
:rolleyes:

[hardnox71]

You beat the hell out of me to get that elusive third strike on your record?
Now, see? That's a good joke. I knew you had it in you.

[adam_f]

By "business" do you mean..............are you a hitman?

[hardnox71]

By "business" do you mean..............are you a hitman?
Yes, adam. I am a hitman. It took me almost six months to kill somebody.

Now, That's enough spotlight for me. I'm now excusing myself from this discussion.

[adam_f]

Six months is a long time to wait to finally kill somebody. You must be really shitty.

[Loppfessor]

In a related matter the so called "hip hop" generation of NY released a statement in response to this new law simply reading "Nigger please.."

[R. Kelly]

Shit son NYC be on some hater shit

[hardnox71]

In a related matter the so called "hip hop" generation of NY released a statement in response to this new law simply reading "Nigger please.."
LAWL

[Loppfessor]

LAWL

What does that mean?

[hardnox71]

What does that mean?
Laughing...And Weally Loud!!

[Loppfessor]

Ooooh....thanks I'll be here all week make sure to tip your server

[venusvenus123]

In a related matter the so called "hip hop" generation of NY released a statement in response to this new law simply reading "Nigger please.."
that's hilarious.

the article i read about it was saying that people like ludacris have won lots of awards for songs containing the word.

i think everyone should stop saying it, or everyone can say it. the way it's mentioned all the time in hip hop music is silly. i have to censor myself when i sing along. so confusing. :o :p :confused: :) :eek:

[ggirlballa]

i have to censor myself when i sing along. so confusing. :o :p :confused: :) :eek:

lol i do that sometimes or i just replace it with "vato"

[Bob]

lol i do that sometimes or i just replace it with "vato"

i just say mmmpphpmm

[venusvenus123]

i don't actually say it! although i feel if they don't want me to say the N word they shouldn't call me a bitch or a ho:)

[Tone Capone]

I don't know, faggot.

LOL!!! David Cross?

[Tone Capone]

In a related matter the so called "hip hop" generation of NY released a statement in response to this new law simply reading "Nigger please.."

HOLY SHIT!!!! LOL!!!!

[Lex Diamonds]

Laughing...And Weally Loud!!
Quit stealing my jokes... swagger jacker-ass nigga!

[na§tee]

it's the glasgow comedy festival for the next couple of weeks and randalph and i are going to see a show on saturday night, funnily enough, called 'pride, prejudice & niggas' by reginald d. hunter. i was reading a review in the metro today and he was bemoaning the fact that a lot of venues were unwilling to promote something with such an incendiary name.

not glasgow though! woohoo!

[Lyman Zerga]

But what will Kramer do?


hahhahahaha

[avignon]

I've only heard 3 white people use the word in my life ever. But I hear black people use it all the time. I just want to know why that one word needs to be banned when there are so many other offense words that are not being nominated for bannage? Why is one group of oppressed people more deserving of consideration than any others?

[kleptomaniac]

anyone else see the new episode? (http://youtube.com/watch?v=6gF7XYH-74o)

[venusvenus123]

I've only heard 3 white people use the word in my life ever. But I hear black people use it all the time. I just want to know why that one word needs to be banned when there are so many other offense words that are not being nominated for bannage? Why is one group of oppressed people more deserving of consideration than any others?
well put!

[Johnny Railroad]

hmm they change the word nigger in kaffa ? maybe ?

[saz]

I've only heard 3 white people use the word in my life ever. But I hear black people use it all the time. I just want to know why that one word needs to be banned when there are so many other offense words that are not being nominated for bannage? Why is one group of oppressed people more deserving of consideration than any others?

well, if you actually have to ask that question, perhaps then you should take a look at the history of the african-american experience (http://faculty.washington.edu/qtaylor/images/event_omaha_courthouse_lynching.jpg). or just watch mississippi burning for starters. i agree though that such symbolic gestures, ie banning more derogatory, racist terms is a good idea. anybody who has half a brain wouldn't consider using those words.

[Johnny Railroad]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBIhD-gv4h4

one of the best scenes ! (y) :D

[hardnox71]

Quit stealing my jokes... swagger jacker-ass nigga!
*bump*

But your jokes are some of the best!

[Tone Capone]

I've only heard 3 white people use the word in my life ever. But I hear black people use it all the time. I just want to know why that one word needs to be banned when there are so many other offense words that are not being nominated for bannage? Why is one group of oppressed people more deserving of consideration than any others?

Why do some individuals try to pull these shenanigans every time?

[Lex Diamonds]

Those were the days...