Very good article and it is what I believe in strongly. The part about the past teaching us educators to be skeptical of any new "miracle" hearing devices is so true. U cant blame me for being skeptical cuz I am still seeing many children with CIs who still strongly rely on a visual language. I can understand the parents' view too..it is a good way for both sides or views to work together.
Interesting that AG Bell said that there will be no need for the latter (meaning sign language) once children develop oral skills. Didnt apply in my case even though I did so well with the oral only approach...just like the article stated, there were still linguistic needs that werent met and identity issues. I am sure it applies to many people about not needing sign language.
Interesting what some of the children saying about themselves being a bad baby because they were born deaf. I used to think my brother and I did something wrong as babies and as a result, we were born deaf. I know..illogical reasoning but that can lead to bigger identity issues later on if not addressed properly.
Thanks for the article. It was very interesting. 
