Delpit Question 2

I think there is a huge difference between the language of power and acceptance. For me, if a person knows the language of power they have an "upper-hand" in gaining or imputing into that power position. Someone who recongnizes the language of power will have an easier time suceeding in attaining power and/or be able to contribute their opinions to that position. On the other hand, teaching everyone acceptance (while important) won't help them in making their own voice heard. Even if everyone were taught acceptance, the language of power (as Delpit suggested) is not always recongnized by those who have that power. Often, it is not intolerance of others that drives a proverbial wedge between those who have the language of power and those who do not, but a simple misunderstanding or overlooking. So, to avoid being overlooked, children should be taught the language of power.