Should Huck Finn be taught?

Without a doubt, Huck Finn is a very controversial on the issue of racism and the "n" word, and people take many different standpoints. However, there are a few things people need to understand and take into consideration before they blame Twain of being racist. Yes, the book uses the "n" word, and Jim, the main black character, may be portrayed as "stupid" as Kathy Monteiro might say, but, following and watching the complexity of Jim develop, I believe people will begin to take a different view point on him being portrayed as stupid. As said by David Bradley, Jim's character develops into the "true" Jim, who is smart, and hopeful, and complex, and I believe that is this portrayal of Jim that Twain wanted people to see. Additionally, I think, or more know, that calling Twain racist is an incorrect accusation, not only because of what was stated in the movie about him disliking slavery, but also because this book can also be seen as an anti-slavery novel. Furthermore, people may say that the book has "bad morals" and people are scared readers, especially teens, will pick up on these morals and use them, or use the language in the book. However, I would have to strongly disagree. I believe I can talk for the whole class in saying that we know not to use the language in this book and it merely reflects how the life was like during this time period. Lastly, David Bradley also mentioned how the "N" word is not accepted in "polite" conversation, but the book is not supposed to be polite conversation, it is supposed to reflect the time period and showing the grim realities of everyday life. So, overall, I believe that this book should be taught because although it may have language not appropriate today, it has a deeper meaning and moral which everyone can appreciate.