I'm very lucky Raedwulf having a husband who is jet black, as it exonerates me from any accusations of racism.
He often calls himself a 'nigger' just to make people squirm; he's very naughty. And he delights in shouting, at the front door, "'Ello my 'onky! Your nigger is 'ome!" when he gets back from work. The neighbours must cringe.

I totally agree with your views on the 'c' word. Quite unnecessary and very uncouth!