Comedian (Larry Wilmore) Drops N-Bomb on Obama

ValuJet · May 3, 2016

The White House said no big deal. Just culture expression, right?

So what does this do as we wind down from the first post-racial presidency? Does this turn back the clock? Is this a validation of a sick irresponsible rap culture that glorifies violence and denigrates women?

What does this say to millions of responsible parents who have taught their children to never use this word? Was this really an appropriate time and place for this?

tidegrandpa · May 3, 2016

ValuJet said:
The White House said no big deal. Just culture expression, right?

So what does this do as we wind down from the first post-racial presidency? Does this turn back the clock? Is this a validation of a sick irresponsible rap culture that glorifies violence and denigrates women?

What does this say to millions of responsible parents who have taught their children to never use this word? Was this really an appropriate time and place for this?

In their world only VJ. Along with the adolescents dropping F bombs to Trump supporters with their parents beside them. I'm glad I don't belong there with them.

ValuJet · May 3, 2016

When we mention cultural rot and the left asks for examples, here it is.

TideEngineer08 · May 3, 2016

Beats me, ValuJet. When I ask about it, I'm told I wouldn't understand because I'm white.

I've always thought if you didn't understand something, you ask questions of those who are knowledgeable and you learn until you do understand. Seems that isn't how this one works.

92tide · May 3, 2016

that's not even the real outrage, before wilmore's act, obama said there are jokes that white people cant tell.

bamachile · May 3, 2016

I'm not sure of the age range of the "whatever" generation, but I'm pretty sure I'm in it.

CajunCrimson · May 3, 2016

Now -- everything's even again.

Bamaro · May 3, 2016

It wasn't actually the N word. It ended in an "a" not an "er". You can check Mondays Nightly Show for an explanation.

Bama Reb · May 3, 2016

Bamaro said:
It wasn't actually the N word. It ended in an "a" not an "er". You can check Mondays Nightly Show for an explanation.

I guess that might justify its usage in front of a bunch of democrats. I'm just glad it wasn't used in front of decent folks.

ValuJet · May 3, 2016

Bamaro said:
It wasn't actually the N word. It ended in an "a" not an "er". You can check Mondays Nightly Show for an explanation.

So it's acceptable for anyone to use the word as long as they end it in "a" and not "er?"

Is there no disrespect or slur as long as it ends in "a?"

Not putting you on the spot Bamaro - I just find the apologists who are making up the rules as they go along inconsistent in what they are willing to accept and from whom.

Bamaro · May 3, 2016

ValuJet said:
So it's acceptable for anyone to use the word as long as they end it in "a" and not "er?"

Is there no disrespect or slur as long as it ends in "a?"

Not putting you on the spot Bamaro - I just find the apologists who are making up the rules as they go along inconsistent in what they are willing to accept and from whom.

In Larry's words, "you have to properly conjugate the slur":

http://www.cc.com/video-clips/0bqrk...y-s-white-house-correspondents--dinner-speech

Bama Reb · May 3, 2016

Bamaro said:
In Larry's words, "you have to properly conjugate the slur":

http://www.cc.com/video-clips/0bqrk...y-s-white-house-correspondents--dinner-speech

I'd be willing to bet your explanation would be more of an attack if it were a Republican who said it.

Bamaro · May 3, 2016

Bama Reb said:
I'd be willing to bet your explanation would be more of an attack if it were a Republican who said it.

Similar situation to the Seinfeld episode (Yada Yada) where the dentist, Tim Whatley (Brian Cranston), converts to Judaism and starts telling Jewish jokes.

Bama Reb · May 3, 2016

Bamaro said:
Similar situation to the Seinfeld episode (Yada Yada) where the dentist, Tim Whatley (Brian Cranston), converts to Judaism and starts telling Jewish jokes.

So you agree with my response?

CajunCrimson · May 3, 2016

I don't care if some people are allowed to use that word....and others are not. It really doesn't bother me. I don't use it. But I'm a milky-white white-guy.....so, I'm probably not even allowed to have an opinion on it.

I find my new favorite word is "moron" -- and it's free of any racial restrictions.

Bamabuzzard · May 3, 2016

There is also another element of this that pertains to generation. The kids who currently are in HS and college now say it all the time, no matter the color. It's become a part of their "slang". I've listened to white guys say it fearlessly in front of other black guys their age and not one word is said. But if an older white guy says it, even using the "a" he is more likely to be publicly reprimanded and told "you can't say that word".

Personally, it's completely confusing to me as to who can say it and who can't. Actually, anybody can say it but the consequences differ from person to person and age group to age group. To me it seems like a control thing for many within the black community.

G-VilleTider · May 3, 2016

CajunCrimson said:
I find my new favorite word is "moron"

I love the Goldbergs.

ValuJet · May 3, 2016

Bamabuzzard said:
There is also another element of this that pertains to generation. The kids who currently are in HS and college now say it all the time, no matter the color. It's become a part of their "slang". I've listened to white guys say it fearlessly in front of other black guys their age and not one word is said. But if an older white guy says it, even using the "a" he is more likely to be publicly reprimanded and told "you can't say that word".

Personally, it's completely confusing to me as to who can say it and who can't. Actually, anybody can say it but the consequences differ from person to person and age group to age group. To me it seems like a control thing for many within the black community.

Yeah, what's the cut off age?

Crimson1967 · May 3, 2016

Never heard of Larry Wilmore. Is he some Chris Rock wannabe?

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ValuJet · May 3, 2016

Crimson1967 said:
Never heard of Larry Wilmore. Is he some Chris Rock wannabe?

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He's being described as a "C- List comedian." Not sure what genius approved his comments, but can guarantee his little act was critiqued and approved beforehand.

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