Document Type
Article in Response to Controversy
Abstract
Much like race, religiosity, sex, and a whole host of contrived privilege points in the U.S., poverty and class have remained for the most part don’t-go-there designations; topics that individuals, human service, and educational institutions often avoid openly discussing (Argyris, 1991; Caruthers, Eubanks &Thompson, 2004). By not intentionally thinking, talking, and teaching about socio-economic privilege associated with class, however, we undermine our ability to make significant progress in connecting with and supporting people who may be bearing the brunt of the wealth disparity burden. On the contrary, we serve each other well when we initiate and sustain chains of interdisciplinary and ”cross-class” communication (Bennet, 1988), allowing for respectful curiosity, sharing theories for effective interventions, and asking questions. When we ask and respond to questions of ourselves and others relating to poverty and class distinctions, a critically important dialog ensues.
Genre/Form
articles
Recommended Citation
Korsmo, John
(2009)
"Poverty and Class: Discussing the Undiscussible,"
Journal of Educational Controversy: Vol. 4:
No.
1, Article 9.
Available at:
https://cedar.wwu.edu/jec/vol4/iss1/9
Subjects - Topical (LCSH)
Poor--United States; Poor--Education--United States; Social classes--United States; Minorities--Economic conditions; Socio-economic status
Geographic Coverage
United States
Language
English
Format
application/pdf
Type
Text