When the 'N' Word Is Part of a Routine
Michael Richards aside, many comics, musicians and artists make use of the 'N' word in their work. How do they decide when it's appropriate? Hip-hop icon KRS-ONE and comedy legend Paul Mooney discuss the topic with Farai Chideya.
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