In a way it is sad that this thread has gotten this long, but, conversely, it may be a blessing as civil discussions of such subjects is the best way to handle them.
This forum, where there is a common interest already, can help plant the seeds of enlightenment. While I am a proud conservative, I'm not close-minded on most* subjects. (*- I still like girls exclusively)
Babe Ruth had to endure a similarly insensitive 'moniker', though, thankfully, his did not gain much popularity.
What a difference it would have made if 'Babe' was replaced by 'N*****-lips'.
As crude as life was back then, it would have been very interesting to see if Ruth would have been as popular if he was 'saddled' with that name.
IMHO - While it is better to live in a time when less slurs are used with impunity, it's good to know that many folks have somehow survived and even thrived in spite of them.
Well, those are my thoughts on the subject. I will not apologize for any of it and though it was not my purpose to offend anyone, I do realize that there are some who could be.
To anyone who was offended by my words, I'd say, "You're Missing a Good Ballgame."
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