The problem with acceptance
Unfortunately, acceptance is not something that can be taught. This is an environmental factor that we gain as children from our parents. Yes, we can convince ourselves that we should be accepting of everyone, but doing is different from knowing. However, I don’t think that this is the main issue. I do believe that the problem is the way we view those people in positions of power. They are under constant scrutiny, and if they say anything wrong, the world knows it. In politics, this is an everyday issue. A perfect example is the current President Bush. He says things wrong all the time. Each time he does, it is pointed out to the world, and he is (quite frankly) portrayed as being somewhat stupid. Language has such a high standing in today’s society, and everyone knows how people in power speak. At this point, the language of power will remain, and I believe it will remain for a long time.
posted by Ashley T @ 7:09 PM
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Acceptance may not be something that can be taught explicitly, but I believe that it is possible to decrease the amount of lingual distinctions among various groups through increased interaction during early education. Perhaps this will help lessen the significance that is placed upon language today.
I like to think that I am a very accepting person. I understand that everyone is different and everyone makes mistakes. But I still find myself judging people who use incorrect language- even if I do so myself. I agree that we expect those in positions of power to be, well, perfect. When they make mistakes, their accreditation decreases. I also find it hard to accept it when others- those not in positions of power- use language incorrectly. Although it is important to be accepting of others no matter what, since the use of language is so powerful in society, I agree that the language of power will remain.
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