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What is cultural appropriation?
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Political correctness gone too far

Western culture has a long history of borrowing from other cultures. Our cooking, art, and music demonstrates a rich blend of cultural influences. Yet all of a sudden, Western culture is not allowed to borrow from any other cultures.

Supporting arguments · 3

  1. Borrowing from other cultures is not cultural appropriation
    Western fashion and art have always been influenced by minority cultures and designs. Why is it suddenly such an issue?
  2. The charge of 'cultural appropriation' is racist
    If the act of cultural appropriation was genuinely offensive, it would be offensive when everyone does it, not just white people.
  3. The charge of 'cultural appropriation' stops us celebrating other cultures
    Cultural appropriation prevents us from enjoying and celebrating each others' cultures.