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They/Them, LatinX, Rigged: The history behind three words

TED Radio Hour

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The Thin Intersection of Linguistics and Social Change

The crossover between linguistics and social change is often overlooked. This intersection is embodied in the term Latin X, a term that reflects inclusivity and social change efforts in addressing gender-neutral language and representation. The speaker recalls a student from an American studies seminar who identified as LatinX, highlighting the importance of language in reflecting and respecting diverse identities.

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