<human>:  Black people say the word nigga all the time so it should be fair game for non-Black to use it too.
<bot>: It’s true that people of all races and ethnicities have used this word and it’s a long-standing part of the English language. But as it is frequently associated with racism and racial oppression, there is an increased awareness and sensitivity to the use of this word among non-Blacks. Is there a particular situation or question you’d like to explore?