I have to say: it sure seems audist to assume that because the Deaf community does not always agree on issues that the Hearing must “help” them to resolve the issues. That is paternalistic thinking, right? It makes the Deaf out not to be equal, but lesser people– almost children who will need constant care throughout life. That is ridiculous.
However, not all disagreement among the Deaf can be attributed to oppression. In fact, among Hearing, the lack of agreement on issues leads to violence and war. Perhaps it is the hearing who need someone to help them settle their disputes and take care of them? *wink*
So maybe some of the problems are just human problems? Why should the Deaf have to agree on everything when no one else does?
Michael said,
February 14, 2010 @ 5:55 am
A great vlog, Don.
I have to say: it sure seems audist to assume that because the Deaf community does not always agree on issues that the Hearing must “help” them to resolve the issues. That is paternalistic thinking, right? It makes the Deaf out not to be equal, but lesser people– almost children who will need constant care throughout life. That is ridiculous.
However, not all disagreement among the Deaf can be attributed to oppression. In fact, among Hearing, the lack of agreement on issues leads to violence and war. Perhaps it is the hearing who need someone to help them settle their disputes and take care of them? *wink*
So maybe some of the problems are just human problems? Why should the Deaf have to agree on everything when no one else does?