the word

If I were an English teacher, I would have my class read Huckleberry Finn. I would not use the edited version, because I believe it is important to not edit history. Huckleberry Finn does portray the culture historically accurately. Many people were racist and did use that word. However, I would not have the class say the word. It is an insultive word. While not a "cuss word," I would say that is is just as bad. I would not allow my class to use any words that are "bad," including that word.