I think that you have described very clearly why anyone should think carefully before broadcasting the "c" word. As you have described, this word is intended to convey all of the possible negative connotations available. The closest analogy would be to shout "hitler", with the exception being hitler equates power with evil. Power is considered to suggest respect. I hope that anyone you identify as a friend would hear your words in opposition to the normalization of the ignorant misuse of this word and respect the personal consequences of using it to express frustration.

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