I just allowed myself to watch the video for the first time...

I wish they could’ve had the opportunity to use this national platform to talk up and publicize their business plan. I hope they still get the opportunity.

You forget that there were other patrons there who didn’t buy anything. That’s the point.

Ah, ok. I see where we’re missing each other here. You said “the “n” word’s history should preclude it from being used by anyone.” I say, “no, Black people can say it. White people can’t, shouldn’t, shouldn’t want to, and should respect that Black people don’t want them using the word that, when commonly used by white…

Ayyyee bet!

And legit, this is precisely why this is good dialogue. I think I finally see your point. You’re saying that the ubiquity of the word has reduced its impact/volume. “Nigga” today doesn’t mean what it did yesterday because its everywhere.

Because the question is not the crux of the matter. I’m pretty sure about the answer and, in asking you to answer, hopefully see the point I’m trying to make. Either that or you offer a counterpoint and then I can more clearly see the point you’re trying to make.

I don’t see where I disrespected you but if you think I did, I apologize. Not my intent at all. of course everyone is “allowed” their own opinion but opinions are based on things (facts, etc.) and although I see your point, I am refuting it, hoping to either 1) change your mind and win another convert to our side…

Oh and another thing. Do you have Easter plans? What city do you live in? Maybe we can link up for brunch or something.

I saw your response but I don’t think it responded to my question. Would you sing the lyric about deep throating penis? I’ll answer for you: you wouldn’t. And so the same, white people can mute themselves when that word is said.

I’ve always had a problem with people placing the onus on the oppressed.

I can see why you’d say that and I can see how you’re responding to my question (and how you’re answering for bumdubya who’s proved himself to not be the intellectual I hoped he was). But that’s a stretch. It’s synonymous with “kinda” and “kind of” isn’t it? They’re not two different words. Context, audience, and…

Lol!

Oh and one more thing. Is that your favorite car? The BMW? Or is that a reference to the 43rd President of these United States? Is he your favorite president?

Oh no, you’re a bassist too! Damn, man. I’m a bassist. Usually, we’re the ones in the band with common sense. C’mon bro...you know better than this.

This is essentially the black version of “I have black friends.” Please see my comments throughout the day to see why you’re wrong. We’s tiiiieddd bawse.

Oh and another thing. Why did you choose green as your color of choice for you avatar? Is it to reference money, the grass, weed, slime? Is it your favorite color?

I appreciate this response and agree. Maybe we’ll one day learn that you, your friends, and I are the odd ones but I actually find it quite easy to not repeat certain words that don’t pertain to me notwithstanding their place in the middle of a song.

Thanks for civil discourse. Yes, I am a Black man. And I’m advocating for white people to never say the n-word colloquiolly. Full stop. Listen to Black music. Appreciate Black culture. Date Black partners. Don’t say the n-word.

Oh and one more thing. Are you an expert in idiocy such that you’re able to discern my condition after a couple online exchanges? I’m open to any constructive criticism you have.