Is it okay for white people to use the term n*gga? Why do they do it?
144489
I am white and I would never use that word. Among our friends, I can't think of anyone who uses that word so please do not classify all whites in the same category, okay? Oh to answer your question. NO, it is not OKAY!
76318
A redneck in American terms is the "n-word" that applies freely to white people. But since US is only  racially aware of its injustice (which is made obvious thanks to Civil Rights movement of 60s)it is okay to call people rednecks, white trash, hilbillies, hics, etc  because it only points to economical, social and cultural condition (and occasionally a racial one but since the concensus is that "white people are evil" its okay to call them names.)\n\nOf course you may say "If it is also obvious that these people are poor, backwards due to the similar reasons why black people were oppressed how and why can we freely call them rednecks?"\n\nExactly my point. \n\nBut then again like the question says: it's the American terms. The terms and conditions in US is such that there's none. \n\nMaybe it's because no one cared or dared to fight for them.
1027617
Finally I'm not alone! I think it is kind of racist, actually it is racist. Just think about it. A whole television network worshiping white people? It would be an outrage! Many black people would call it white supremacy. Am I right? Its ok for blacks to go around shouting "Black Power!" but a white person would be in trouble if they said "White Power!". I think its wrong that another race gets special rights because they've been done extreamly wrong. Don't get it twisted I feel really angry about slavery and segregation. But I think its wrong that Black people get off with some stuff that obviously they shouldn't. Thats just what I think.
859291
i just wrote a letter today to the editor of a newspaper on this very subject. when people make the statement that "blacks use it", they make it seem like its a universal thing throughout the entire black community. it is not!! a small segment of society, namely the hip-hop industry has taken to using this word. as usual, society had chosen to take the actions of the few to mean the attitude of the many. it is a hate filled, ugly, vile word that should not be used by anyone & it's especially ugly when used by young people who have no clue as to its origins. it is not a word that can be adapted or "taken back" or any of the other nonsense people (who are looking to capitalize on its usage) come up with.\n\nThe main think I want people to take away from this answer is that  ALL Blacks DO NOT USE THE WORD "NIGGER" NOR IS IT OKAY WITH US. Its usage IS AN ACT OF SELF-HATRED BY WEAK MINDED, IGNORANT INDIVIDUALS. \n\nSorry about the caps. I just hate to think that there are folks out there who think we all use this ugly word.
753369
I'm white and I think that it is funny and has a point. Nothing racist just trying to point out the hypocrisy of the term "colored" and the association that comes with it.
1114950
Yes, You are racist. And who cares about the word??? If they want to use it , let them. It is derogatory for a white person to use it...And ,in my mind, It's derogatory for a black person to use it too. but, like I said...If they do...Who fucking cares? People say a lot of things I don't like...I don't lose any sleep over it.
722516
Why do you think words like cracker, honkey and whitey were invented?  I hate to lower myself to grade school mentality, but white people started it.  I'm not condoning anybody calling anybody else stupid, insulting names.  It's not ok in either direction.  But I can understand when a group of people are being called names out of hatred simply for the color of their skin that they might get defensive and try to hit back.  \n\nIn the example of ghettos, there are many factors that don't have to do directly with a person's race.  There are people living in poverty who have lost all hope and are separated off from the rest of society.  So people band together in violent groups that end up fighting for things like territory and material things they could never afford.  Not saying it's right, but this has been a complicated process that led to gang mentality.  It's going back to something primal that every human being has which can be brought forth in a corrupt world.  Have you seen the movie, "Gangs of New York"?  Those were white people living in squalid conditions in an urban place which had little to no law enforcement available to keep things in check.  That's what you're seeing today.  Apathy and poverty creates a new breed of a violent generation.\n\nThink about the circumstances in which blacks came to this country.  They were slaves, not free to pursue an education, be paid wages for a job, or own property.  Whites got a pretty good head start since they've been in America since the 15th century with every opportunity they could grasp.  Even after the slaves were freed, because racism still existed, many couldn't find a well-paying job and they were banned from receiving the same education as whites up through the 1950's.  That was just 50 years ago.  That means someone's grandfather couldn't earn the money to educate their children and those children made their way to afford things for their children, but it didn't always work out.  Wealth comes from family passed down or you have to find a position that pays well.  Because people are still turned down today because they are black, things like the United Negro College Fund are still necessary.\n\nWhat's wrong with Martin Luther King Day?  He was an amazing man who made great strides in the Civil Rights Movement, trying to make change for the better for everyone in this country.  Why not celebrate Cesar Chavez?  This country is made up of more than white people.  He represents the pride of Latino heritage and struggle.  We honor Abraham Lincoln for the difference he made during a tumultuous time in the country.  \n\nYes, we have a Black History Month.  We also have a Women's History Month.  Why?  Because most of our history books only talk about what white men did over the centuries.  Minority cultures only get a month.\n\nIf you turn on the television, what do you see in most sitcoms?  White people.  Think about Friends, Seinfeld, Frasier, Gilmore Girls, The Office, Will and Grace, Everybody Loves Raymond, etc.  None of the main characters are black.  How would you feel if the situation was reversed?  What if all shows on the main networks were focused on black life?  Would you feel a little left out, wishing you also had a channel that targeted your interests and culture?\n\nAs for things like White Pride, the KKK have had parades in the past along those lines.  They were based on hatred and superiority.  Black Pride is not about making others feel bad, but helping the black community to focus on the positive.
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Ask the black folk. Besides duh (the) dat (that) woot (would) and a host of other words in the English language they were raised with and will not pronounce, they say nigger pretty much with every breath they take. Watch how they edit the word in my answer. Yet these same people in media will air the word if a black person utters it. The person under me here is a good example of what I mean. Nigger is a no-no for white people for voting reasons. We got to get dem (them) people to vote for Democrats.
928129
don't be mad at the use of a word, be mad at what their intention was behind the word. racism towards "african americans" is still here just as racism towards all the other races is still alive. And I am caucasion and have not heard the "N" word used by non "people of color" in probably 20 years.
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Absolutly not, just like its not right to call someone retarded or racist names. \nIts mean and hurtful to everyone involved.\nThen again you cant cure all of the idiots in the world that will still practice this behavior.
129302
The word you are referring to was a place people were from. Thats how at that time they were labeled, by where they had been taken from. It didn't originate with 2 G's but one as in Niger. But over time thats how all african americans became reffered to. In all honesty, it might not mean as much as it does had it not been used the way it was. But because it was said with such hate and disgust it became a new curse word. And I think the reason that african americans can use to word on each other without being offended is this. Not all of us are like them and we can't say that we know how it is to be them. So for someone of a different race to say it to them is to be discriminated against.
788612
I agree 100%.\n\nAnd I just knew someone would call you a bigot! For me, that slur only increases the validity of your post.  A lot of people who use that word in here need to look up its true meaning.
587213
I'm white and I agree. It's just like the black college funds, colleges, television etc... Lord forbid there be a white college fund or white college or a white tv station. I agree with your boyfriend that because of the history looooooooooong ago it puts a damper on things now. But we shouldn't have to suffer for the actions of others. I am proud to be white and I am proud to be an American and I am pround to be from Oklahoma. Shouldn't I be allowed to flaunt it?  And it's also ok for other races to make fun of us in their comic gigs or whatever and say the work "Cracker" referring to us but we aren't allowed to say the word "Nigger" referring to them. I don't think either word should be used. I don't think any word like that  should be used to describe anyone. But I can't say I am upset about the slaves being brought over here. I am glad their offsprings are here. They are my friends. If it weren't for the slaves being brought over we may not have some of the great people we do have. I am disappointed in what happened to alot of them though. I feel for them. Though thank God that thinking is different now.\n\nOMGOsh!!!!!!!!!! \nI wrote out that so horrible "N" word to make a point and it got substituted with symbles but the word CRACKER is still there. See my point people. If we are supposed to be equal lets be equal.
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It is not politically correct to use the word "colored" or the "n-word" or "gal" but I think "black" is okay for me, sometimes. \n\nFor example at work, this person asked someone "Who is Monique?" And her response was that black lady with the curly hair. She wasn't referring to me, but somehow it pissed me off. Why couldn't she say, "Monique is the lady at the nurse's station with the purple scrubs that has bumble bees on the blouse." \n\nWhen we speak of white people we don't always say Caucasian. But when someone say's "Who's Becky?" we don't say "The white girl with the blue scrubs." If I were white I would think that to be strange. I am sure that this situation would be brought the attention of the nurse manager and we would get in trouble for being "difficult"\n\nI like to use the word black when we are talking to each other you know like when we say "Girl, it's a black thang, they don't understand." I prefer that people of other ethnicities refer to us as African-American.
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there is a lot of history behind the n-word. It was originally used to hurt black people, and to make them feel inferior however, some black people have taken it and flipped the meaning in an effort to give it a pos. connotation, like how women sometimes refer to each other as hoes, b*****s, etc. but if you'd like more info on the topic read "N*i*g*g*e*r: the strange career of a troublesome word" by Randall Kennedy.
814181
I am white, and I am offended by the "N" word too!  I think only trash uses that word no matter what their race is.
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The word "negro" is Spanish for black.  The word "nigger", which is used to degrade an entire race of people, comes from the word negro.  So, negro is usually frowned upon.  \n\nIn general, white people are not called "blanco", which is Spanish for white.  \n\n"Negro" has a negative connotation and is reminiscent of the days of Jim Crow.