The Southern dialect is one that has been criticized and belittled by many, and has many false-beliefs attached to it. After reading the selected articles, it is in my belief that these particular ones chosen are not condescending toward the dialect. They seem to, besides the neutral wikipedia article, be supportive, and in many ways prideful, of the culture.
I found much of what was written on the websites humorous, because the writers almost seemed to embrace the stereotypes that southerners lack a formal education. The two websites serve as an encyclopedia of many terms that are used mostly only in the south, such as “afore” and “well, I’ll be.” Along with the encyclopedia, Ron Collins’ website goes as far to give “them northerners” a few tips for when they come to the south, which I find hilarious.
That funny thing about all of the stereotypes, is that though they aren’t completely true to ALL southerners, bits and pieces apply to the majority of us who live down here. In Lippi Green’s “Hillbillies, Rednecks, and Bells” multiple polls are taken involving the stereotypes, and they prove them correct. For example, Southerners answered that one of the most important things in the south is “Walmart.” That’s a stereotype that holds very true.
I really enjoyed reading these articles, they were very humorous and held true to the south. In my opinion, the creators of the different articles supported the south, and I love it!
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