Have to remove the word “shine” from the dictionary too. It’s racist.
The word was originally not derogatory but giving respect to people who had little or nothing still working hard to do their job right and to dress in the then modern style.Recognition of this cultural reality developed over wide usage to a supposedly derogatory meaning. Odd how the meaning gets twisted and idiots like this writer— never understand it. Note she says nothing about Asian offensive terms.
For example— the Classic Vaudeville era stage tune, performed by blackface (jewish) theatrical people and also by highly talented black performers. It’s also a great song with a good bit of real affection by the authors. If any on FR are offended then learn the origin of the tune— and the actual intent of the song for social awareness. Just as Stephen Foster did (and Pittsburgh removed his memorial Statue— because it featured a black person at his side!!!):
“Shine” with stage intro included- researched and performed by the great Ry Cooder on his tribute album “Jazz” with the Great Lionel Hampton on vibraphones/xylophone:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJH94A88OPg