Fact check: Is nigger always a bad word even if used by niggers?

1. Summary of the results

The word in question is a racial slur with deeply racist origins rooted in slavery and oppression ^[1]. While some argue that the word has been "reclaimed" within certain communities, major civil rights organizations like the NAACP have explicitly condemned its use in any context ^[2].

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

• The word's etymology shows it initially had a neutral meaning before evolving into a racial slur ^[3]
• Within some Black communities, the term has been adapted as a marker of camaraderie or endearment ^[3]
• However, this "reclamation" remains highly controversial, with many arguing that such attempts are misguided and that the word remains fundamentally harmful regardless of context ^[4]

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original question contains several problematic assumptions:

• It implies there might be "acceptable" uses of a term that carries deep historical trauma ^[1]
• It overlooks the NAACP's clear stance against the word's usage in any context ^[2]
• It fails to acknowledge the ongoing debate within communities about the word's usage and its lasting impact on society ^[3]

The consensus among civil rights organizations and many scholars is that the word's harmful history and impact outweigh any attempts at reclamation ^{[2] [4]}. The original question's casual use of the slur itself demonstrates a lack of understanding of its serious historical context and continuing capacity to cause harm.