Who knows? Many say we can't use the word they call themselves. We can't even use it when we talk about them calling themselves their chosen label.
Or when they use it referring to caucasians.
I am starting to feel oppressed.
I'm calling the ACLU.
From hence forth I demand to be labeled as a Mutt, Mongrel or Heinze 57 American and anyone who refuses to comply is an insensitive bastard, maybe even racist!!
The black community has attempted to vanquish the common use of "Negro" and it's more distasteful "******," which was used throughout the history of this country and was an obvious denigration intended to separate them from the white community. The term "African American" is used more commonly in politics rather than in public as it makes the distinction between black Hispanics who also prefer their own heritage as identifying characteristics.
But I'm sure ya'll know that already.