I understand the power imbalance of different groups, I get it, but I also support and encourage creativity, imagination and the power of storytelling. These traits belong to all humans, and I am of the opinion that we have evolved as a species through the borrowing, bartering and yes, the bastardization of cultural and social ‘aartifacts’. If you are offended by something written, painted, said, etc., you have the right, and a myriad of forums to offer your reaction. I have the right, and the forums to provide my perspective as well.
‘Really tiring’: Indigenous writer says ‘appropriation prize’ op-ed is proof more needs to be done
http://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/cultural-appropriation-media-1.4114158
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