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[CIVILIZATION, COLONIZATION, EXTERMINATION]

We are constantly confronted with the enduring legacy of colonization through the very words we speak, write, and read. Across the Americas – from indigenous communities in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Haiti, Hawaii, and beyond – language, culture, and spirituality were forcibly torn from their rightful place in their homelands. The widespread adoption of English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French starkly reminds us of this historical injustice.

With each conversation, each sentence penned, and each passage perused, we carry the weight of histories scarred by oppression, enforced assimilation, and the deliberate erasure of diverse cultures. In our use of these languages, we echo the silenced voices of those who endured the brutality of colonial rule.

Acknowledging this painful past is not enough; it is imperative that we actively strive to decolonize our language, reclaim what has been lost, and celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures that have been silenced and suppressed by colonial powers. Only by embracing the diversity of voices and experiences can we truly move toward healing and justice.
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What was the native language your people spoke before colonization?⁣