Language politics shapes how societies choose, enforce, and resist official tongues—from bilingual signage to education mandates. Governments use it to unify citizens, while minority groups wield it to secure rights and representation. Ultimately, power brokers benefit most, controlling access to jobs, law, and media, though marginalized communities can gain visibility and cultural survival through strategic linguistic advocacy.
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