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[–] -1 points 2 years ago (1 child)

Calling someone the nword is almost always going to make them feel unsafe, which makes it an assault, am I right?

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  • [–] 2 points 2 years ago

    Making someone feel unsafe is not assault. Words can compel people to act but they themselves are responsible for their actions.

    That being said, there is a concept of fighting words in the USA. Scroll down to the section titled Post-Chaplinsky, there's information about the courts' rulings applying to personal insults.

    Honestly I need to take time to read this wikipedia article a little more thoroughly but I'm on my way out the door. I am not a lawyer I just find law interesting.

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