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For over a 100 years the KKK have hung African Americans, thus, the noose is a symbol of that history. It would depend on the context within which it was used. The words "Hangman's noose" in themselves are not racial slurs, the sentence in which it was used may have been.

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Is Negro a slang?

It used to be an acceptable way to refer to darker skinned people -- then, people began using it as a slur or insult. The acceptable modern term would be African-American if they are American.


Is racial slur a civil crime?

Racial slurs are generally considered forms of hate speech, which can lead to civil liability in some jurisdictions, particularly if they incite violence or harassment. However, the classification of racial slurs as a civil crime depends on local laws and the context in which they are used. While they may not constitute a crime in a criminal sense, they can result in civil lawsuits for defamation, emotional distress, or discrimination. Overall, the legal consequences vary widely based on specific circumstances and applicable laws.


Is knottsie a racist comment?

It is a political and racial slur, intended to deride someone based on race and perceived bias. The proper spelling is Nazi, from the early 20th century regime in Germany/Deutschland.


How does redskin offend Native Americans?

Redskin refers to the scalp of Indians(First Nations People). In US history frontiersmen would sell beaver pelts and redskins to many leaders of the European invasion. Redskin represent the death, murder and genocide of a people. That's why it is offensive.


Don't know from shinola?

This was explained to me by a person born in Poland as being a racial slur. Polish and polish (as in Shinola boot polish) are spelled the same. We know what polish is, but the slur enters as a "put down" to the people from Poland. I will never use that phrase again. However, I do not know the timeline or origin. It was suggested, perhaps the 1940's. I have heard that expression used since the 40's. "You don't know s--t from Shinola". The Polish people are a noble people. I hope the expression disappears.

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