The N-Word

1. The word should be defined as a very derogatory word that nobody should be allowed to use.  There is more than one meaning of the word, when used in different contexts, according to some people.  The word has changed over time to be a very bad word that lowers the "class" of African-Americans.  It makes them feel like less than other people.  I don't like the word.  It's terrible.  I think my parents feel the same way about it.  In racial communities, it could mean something completely different than in other communities.  The word completely depends on race.  If a white person uses it, it's terrible, but if a black person uses it, it could be okay.  The word has a double standard.

2. Partially.  I don't think anyone will change the word, but it doesn't' hurt to try.  It doesn't hurt to teach people the history and evolution of the word.  If Danny was black, it would've made a difference.  The school principal may not have been in an uproar.  A black person would probably be able to tell more about it, especially because they've probably been called the work.  Yes-if people watch the show, they'll learn and maybe the word will change in meaning.  I think the TV show tried to show how the word affects people and what it means.  I think it succeeded.  It shows me what the word means to people and what affects it has on people.