<span>The use of the southern dialect and accent in Sojourner Truth’s claims and remarks can be seen as doing so for the purpose of making her audience understand the common sense foundation on which she is doing it, and have them feel empowered that all people no matter where they come from are equal.</span>
<span>It means that all eligible citizens have the right to participate, either directly or indirectly, in making the decisions that affect them.</span>
