Huck Finn Controversy

Both these cartoons refer to the recent controversy in which publishers chose to omit the word "nigger" and replace it with "slave." 

While I believe that the word is offensive and shouldn't be said to others, I don't think it is right to censor out that word.  

America has its history.  We've come a long way from where we started, but it's important that we remember our history.  Huckleberry Finn gives today's readers a glimpse at society during the time period.  Don't try and erase our history--sure it may be messed up, but pretending like it never happened is far worse.

Furthermore, why not censor artists that use foul language, including the "N-word"?  Why is it acceptable for them to repeatedly use it for no cultural reason while in Huck Finn it is used to further illustrate the cultural at the time.  

While it can be a touchy subject, omitting the word is not the answer to our problems.  It takes away the cultural impact of the novel and can be found in today's musical artist's work.  Omitting it from one source will not solve anything.