A coalition of California left-wing groups, including Black Californians United for Early Care and Education (BlackECE), is advocating for the inclusion of Black vernacular, specifically African American Vernacular English (AAVE), into the state’s multilingual education programs. Citing a desire to combat shame and affirm Black identity, proponents argue that Black English is a legitimate, rule-governed language rooted in Black history and culture, and that Black children speaking it should be recognized and supported within the existing framework that promotes biliteracy and multilingualism for all students.
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