John Baugh

John Baugh is a linguist and social scientist known for studying how language shapes social identity and impacts people's opportunities. He has researched how accents and dialects influence perceptions, often highlighting biases against speakers with African American Vernacular English and other dialects. Baugh’s work emphasizes that language is intertwined with social experiences and can serve as a barrier or a bridge in society. His insights help us understand the importance of linguistic diversity and challenge stereotypes based on how people speak.