Based on OP's history, I doubt this was an accident, but both "inner city" and "thug" have become racist dog-whistle terms.
To OP: have the courage to say what you really mean and accept the consequences. If you're ashamed of your beliefs, perhaps they could stand to be re-examined.
Based on OP's history, I doubt this was an accident, but both "inner city" and "thug" have become racist dog-whistle terms.
To OP: have the courage to say what you really mean and accept the consequences. If you're ashamed of your beliefs, perhaps they could stand to be re-examined.