Why Words Matter: How Language Can Perpetuate Discrimination
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From neighborhood nicknames to real estate listings, a push to rethink common terms.
In the wake of George Floyd’s killing, many Americans have been rethinking how the language we use each day may contribute to systemic racism. So, how can language contribute to discrimination -- or help combat it?
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Why Words Matter: How Language Can Perpetuate Discrimination
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In the wake of George Floyd’s killing, many Americans have been rethinking how the language we use each day may contribute to systemic racism. So, how can language contribute to discrimination -- or help combat it?
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