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Ordinary slurs may not be used, but the n-word may not even be mentioned [1]. Similar to the name of you-know-who in Harry Potter.

1: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Use%E2%80%93mention_distinctio...



But… you did it. Twice. What consequences are you facing for this brave action?


I didn't directly mention the n-word (in the sense of quoting it). If I did mention it, my account could get restricted or otherwise punished. HN is operated by US Americans I believe.




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