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Well, Tied with “Fuck”

Teacher: Why shouldn’t they ban the N-word in New York City?
Black kid: Because it’s my favorite word!

–Wings Academy, Bronx

  • Posted on April 8, 2007
  • Black People, School, Students, Teachers/Professors, The Bronx, Words
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