Monday, September 12, 2005

QUESTION OF THE WEEK #23


Rev. Jackson with Thai refugees


This Week's Question:

In describing the survivors of Hurricane Katrina
, is there anything wrong with using the term 'refugees'?


Background: The National Association of Black Journalists and the Black Congressional Caucus recommends everyone refrain from using the word 'refugee' to describe American citizens. Rev. Jesse Jackson has suggested, "It is racist to call American citizens refugees."For additional perspectives, click here and here.
--Junichi

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