Wetback Slur

Is Wetback a slur?

Wetback is a slur used to describe Mexicans in a derogatory way.

Comes from "Operation Wetback", a military operation devised in 1954 to stop the onslaught of illegal aliens entering the United States, primarily from Mexico. The operation was soon abandoned in part because of outcry of Mexican-Americans who were angere

Wetback

The word Wetback is a racial slur that has been used historically to degrade and dehumanize mexicans. The word is still used by some people for this purpose, and it is seen as offensive and hurtful to mexicans. If you are unsure about whether or not it is appropriate to use the word Wetback, it is best to err on the side of caution and avoid using it in any situation.

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