If “macaca” is a racial slur powerful enough to bring down a Senator, why is it used so freely by the press? When they’ve had to use the word “nigger” they’re extremely cautious about it, often preceeding the report with a statement that “the following may offend”, or something along those lines.

I’m the last person to suggest that the press or media should censor anything; I’m just curious about the inconsistency.