His higher power ranking can also be observed when the Duke welcomes Othello before Brabantio, saying to Brabantio "I did not see you- [1.3.46] signifies the breaking of regular courtesy and conduct - although Brabantio is technically socially higher ranked than Othello, the Duke demonstrates to Othello more respect. Although Othello's dark-skin automatically places his ranking lower than that of Brabantio, the Duke ultimately sides with the more socially powerful - Othello - by saying to Brabantio "And noble signior, ...

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