Although the n-word has practically lost its original meaning from overuse in pop culture and media, I still believe it should be banned because of the racist history behind it. Some students may be offended by this word and see it as being used as its original meaning.
However, I also believe that the n-word is used so often in media that it would do no justice since people hear it in songs and tv practically everyday. what I believe schools should really be banning is racist acts. If the word were used for the purpose of discriminating or insulting, then the student should be punished. But if it were used as a greeting by a black person, then that use should not be banned. Black people have the right to use it because, once they use it,
However, I also believe that the n-word is used so often in media that it would do no justice since people hear it in songs and tv practically everyday. what I believe schools should really be banning is racist acts. If the word were used for the purpose of discriminating or insulting, then the student should be punished. But if it were used as a greeting by a black person, then that use should not be banned. Black people have the right to use it because, once they use it,