Should We Ban The "B" Word? Women Honored For Pushing Positive Images

That "N" word has floated around for centuries, known to be a derogatory term for black people. Decades ago, some artists and comedians started using it in their rap lyrics and comedy routines, as if that made it less offensive.  Collectively, the African American community decided the term is offensive and shouldn't be spoken at all. Some entertainers are still struggling with this decision, but it is universally understood that if anyone other than a black person says the "N" word, that is definitely unacceptable. So what about when men call women the "B" word? Women have started using it quite often to define themselves, with much the same logic as blacks using the "N" word: If we say it ourselves, that takes the sting out of it.  Does it really? Or are we just agreeing to self-degradation? In a recent episode of The View, one of the co-hosts said she found the word offensive and didn't think it should be said, even jokingly, among women. Another co-host said we shouldn't take it so seriously, in fact, in some contexts, she said, it could be a compliment. Should we ban the "B" word? Performing artist Rappin Tate discusses his upcoming awards for women who present a positive image, and his views on words and lyrics that demean women.