Trent Lott is an unreconstructed cracka'.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker labels a public figure as an unreconstructed racist, using a derogatory term.
- In plain terms
- He calls the person an unreconstructed racist.
- What can you take from it?
- Use precise language when criticizing others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is the label justified?
- What impact does such language have on dialogue?
Another view
The language is inflammatory and may shut down constructive conversation.
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