The Power of Slurs

Nov 28, 2010

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"Speech and Harm"

Opinionator - Exclusive Online Community from The New York Times
By Ernie Lepore
November 7, 2010


What is at the root of the power of slurs to cause unease, shock and pain? This opinion piece looks at how words become prohibited and how, or if, they can be reformed.



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