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Political correctness is not a defense for being offended

There have been times on my journey, where I have faced many racial dilemmas or subtle racial bias. There were times I have to request close friends of mine stop using the N**** word when referring to me or calling other friends I knew this, even if it was only within conversation. There have been times when people have tried to justify there racial views, by using age, ignorance or misunderstanding as a defence. can I make it clear, that as a Black lady, I can more often than not read between the lines, and can work out for myself if you have any hate based motivation for your actions or comments. Whether it is printed in a paper, a subtle whisper, a Facebook Comment, this all shows your true feelings on the matter of race, and you should be aware that it makes it clear to those of a different nationality your true stance on race relations. Don't try and patronise me and make your actions seem defensible by placing the blame on my reaction. It is truly shocking and almost