1. To receive a name is to be elevated to the status of a human being; without a name
one's identity is questionable. A human being is defined by his name. Without a name
no one knows who he is, for he has no identity. However, a name can also be used as a
curse. Language can lead to the dehumanization of human beings and can ultimately
lead to their extermination.
This house believes that the Filipino language is not a tool of oppression. First of all
oppression is the exercise of authority or power in a burdensome, cruel, or unjust manner.
Let’s say that the value of language is just like your name.
