Quotes help.

But context is also important.

The OP in this thread is referring to "japs" specifically.

The OP's point is wholly illustrated by this example.

It is perfectly possible to discuss the issue without milking other terms of abuse.

To start bandying around other terms of abuse is redundant as the "jap" example has already been provided.

Listing other terms of abuse is gratuitous.

Gratuitous use of terms of abuse is questionable.

Monty Python, amongst others, have satirized this type of gratuitous listing of abusive terms very effectively.

But this is allegedly a serious discussion.