i believe that although the language is offensive it should be kept inside of literary text to keep the authenticity due to historical context. The language is offensive and harmful but depending on the context, it is a reminder of history and why these terms shouldn’t be used now. i also think that keeping these slurs in literary texts helps individuals have the uncomfortable but important conversation about issues related to hate, prejudice, and discrimination.
i also understand people wont agree but i believe hiding the offense langue does not change the fact that it was said. i politically believe that the censorship is a way to hide and not acknowledge the harm that was done in the past. The more we censor and hide, the more we forget.
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Hello Tianna,
I completely agree with your discussion on omitting offensive and outdated language. It may not reflect the author’s philosophy, but it is a powerful tool that helps us realize what minorities had to experience during that time. The historical context gives us an opportunity for accountability when we confront that hurtful language from the past. You are right when you write that it is a tough topic to bring up because some would prefer to romanticize history, but omitting words will never change it.