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While, to a certain extent, diversity is a good thing, our cultural differences are also the root of all of our problems. Every single conflict in the history of the world can be attrubuted to cultural differences. It all depends on how micro you want to get. I'm generally all for inclusiveness and respect for the culture of others. On the other hand, that inclusiveness and respect begin to waver where someone's culture has a net negative effect on themselves or the people around them. Being able to effectively communicate is vital for participation in any society. Not being able to communicate effectively is something that can only hold you back.
Being able to speak proper english is, ideally or not, a huge part of america's business and academic culture, two places where blacks have historically gotten the shaft.
Success in any situation is the result of a mixture of preparation and opportunity. Proper english is very often a vital part of being prepared. Which isn't to say that you can't live a completely satisfying and productive life lacking the ability to speak english correctly(i wonder how many grammar mistakes i have made so far in this post?).
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