Amat,

Your point is well-taken.

Saul


>From: Salam Sigma <[log in to unmask]>
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>Subject: Re: Mr. Bah: To Yusupha on "NIGGERS JUST JUMPED ON THE SHIPS!"
>Date: Thu, 23 Dec 1999 21:36:34 EST
>
>    With all due respect Yus, I believe you are overreacting about the use
>of
>the word 'nigger' by Saul. Saul rightfully explains that the word describes
>a
>state of mind and unfortunately the word also aptly describes some black
>people. Niggers do exist! Even though I disagree with Saul's naive
>contention
>that black Americans can all be grouped in three categories, I still share
>his view on condescending Americans.
>     Saul, don't let your bad experiences with some black Americans
>prejudice
>your perception of all of them. The fact that some black Americans dislike
>Africans does not make these Americans any different from any other
>demographic sample in this country. Xenophobia is not unique to Black
>America
>or America in general. As long as we are in these United States, we just
>have
>to deal with ignorant people whether black or white. We continue to succeed
>not because of the opportunities afforded us but in spite of the obstacles
>facing us.
>              All this noise about the use of the word nigger is uncalled
>for.
>The word nigger is contextual and depending on when and how you use it,
>this
>word can also be a term of endearment. All that said, I would like to say
>peace to all my niggers on the list!
>           Amat
>
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