When people hear a Southern accent, they often ascribe inferiority to it. This bias persists even among those with the accent, leading to self-censorship in how one speaks.
Ms. Harris’s use of Black English is not an affectation but reflects her identity. The scrutiny she faces from political opponents reveals deeper cultural and electoral bias.
#accent-bias #cultural-identity #political-commentary #linguistic-discrimination #electoral-influence
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