"When Paris Hilton utters these words into a camera, it creates a permanent record that . . . she must bear responsibility for. These are not frivolous words, and to use them as if they are gives tacit sanction to the racism and homophobia they engender. Hilton has an obligation to go on the record, explain herself and publicly apologize to the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) and African-American communities, and all those offended by these slurs."
Neil G. Giuliano, GLAAD president and former Tempe mayor.
I haven't viewed any of the camera phone footage in question. I personally feel that the act of saying a word should not be some kind of inexcusable act. It really comes down to context and intent. That being said I am not going to assume that Paris was not being hateful and crass.
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