Intro to Performance Studies
Microaggressions are subtle, often unintentional, comments or actions that convey derogatory or negative messages to marginalized groups. These can manifest in everyday interactions and often reflect underlying biases and stereotypes. They highlight how language and speech acts can perpetuate social inequalities and reinforce systemic discrimination, making the performative aspects of communication crucial to understanding their impact.
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