3 chapters across the catalog
Hillary Clinton Southern Accent and Cultural Appropriation
Hillary Clinton has faced criticism for adopting a Southern "twang" during speeches at churches and political events. Observers characterize the shift in cadence as a form of cultural appropriation used to appeal to specific demographics, a tactic previously utilized by Bill Clinton.
Fox News Amateur Hour, Ainsley Earhardt, and South Carolina Accents
The hosts critique the current state of Fox News, describing it as "amateur hour" with presenters struggling with teleprompters. Ainsley Earhardt is highlighted as a rising star with a South Carolina accent that is often repressed for television. An anecdote about the Ingram Distribution facility in South Carolina illustrates how the "Southern belle" voice is used as a highly effective tool in professional sales.
American Racism Perceptions, British Media Commentary
The election of a black president is cited as evidence to counter international perceptions of systemic racism in the United States. Commentary focuses on how the British media portrays the American South and the likelihood of the United Kingdom electing a black Prime Minister in the near future.
