Copyrighting Racism

[geedis]

Damon Wayans is trying to trademark the word Nigga "for a clothing line and retail store," according to Wired...

http://www.alternet.org/bloggers/evan/32713

 

[The Question]

And apparently, only black folks will get away with wearing his clothing if he succeeds. Or is that what you meant by 'copyrighting racism'?

 

[Kerb Crawler]

I think I'm gonna trademark "honkey" and market a trendy line of hankies for uppity white businessmen who unwittingly deny the plight of their fellow black men.

 

[jack]

I think I'll trademark "cunt" and market douche products.

 

[Kim Nyholm]

I think I'll trademark "cunt" and market douche products.

Just be sure to put your face on the label, so everyone will know what's in it.

 

[Denny Crane]

:kitty: