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50% of respondents say the "N" word should be banned
25% of respondents say the "N" word should not be banned
25% of respondents still hold mixed views
NEW YORK, NY, February 2, 2007 – BlackPlanet.com, the leading online social network for African Americans with over 15 million registered members, today reported the results of its ongoing survey of African Americans nationwide.
The survey polled African Americans on New York City Council member Leroy Comrie's (D-27th District) call to ban the "N" word.
Nationwide Response:
A survey was posted on BlackPlanet.com at approximately 11:15 a.m. this morning. Within 4 four hours, over 1000 BlackPlanet.com members had responded.
Majority Anti-"N" Word
50% of respondents want the "N"; word banned, with 25% still unsure. Another 25% of respondents disagree with the resolution by Council member Comrie.
The Results as of 3:30 P.M.
On the first day of Black History Month, Queens, New York Council member Leroy Comrie introduced a resolution to ban the "N" word. Do you agree with the resolution?
- Yes. 50%
- No. 25%
- Not sure. 25%
Total Responses: 1,007
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