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The hosts debate the origin of the word "gringo," debunking a popular myth that it originated from Mexicans shouting "Green go home" at U.S. soldiers. Research suggests the U.S. Army wore blue uniforms during the 1840s, and the term likely derives from an old Spanish slang word for "Greek" used to describe anyone who did not speak Spanish.
NPR Daisy Hernandez Gringo Slur Controversy
An NPR commentary by Daisy Hernandez is criticized for using the term "gringo" to describe the Tucson shooter. John Dvorak argues that the use of a disparaging slang term for foreigners against white Americans in their own country is an unacceptable double standard that NPR permitted.
