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Huckleberry Finn was attacked for having offensive language, and was particularly attacked by equal rights groups for the frequent use of the slur for African American (the 6 letter n-word).

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The book "Huckleberry Finn" came under attack after the 1950s due to concerns over its portrayal of racial stereotypes and its use of offensive language, particularly the repeated use of the n-word. Critics argued that the book perpetuated racist attitudes and could be harmful to readers, especially children.

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