- It's very easier to think that there is no power dynamic and that we're creating a space that's truly democratic and equal. - The main issue here is that this false pretence can be counter productive. --- I was deeply afraid of using authority in a way that would perpetuate class elitism and other forms of domination. Fearful that I might abuse power, I falsely pretended that no power difference existed between students and myself. That was a mistake. - bell hooks in [[Teaching To Transgress]]