what up my n-word

The most interesting article I've read thus far on the City Council's "n-word" ban focuses on activist and poet Felipe Luciano. He says,

"I used the word nigger to defuse its negativity. When Puerto Ricans call each other the Spanish word 'negro,' it reflects feelings of love." ... Luciano says he understands "the impulse to put up a united front against words that marginalize and stereotype. But morally condemning a word without looking at the substantive problem simply applies a Band-Aid."

I completely agree with that sentiment. ya know if you think about it, and think who this "ban" is really affecting, the ironic thing is that it could actually be construed as a racist policy. Luckily it is a symbolic gesture only. But who's actions are being banned?

Pol and Poet Wouldn't Support N-Word Ban [nymag.com]