Cultural Appropriation and Donkeys
The domestic donkey (Equus Africanus asinus) is a hoof-mammal in the family Equidae. The African wild ass is the source of the domestic donkey which came from Africa. Depending on the species, the domestic donkey may be classified as a subspecies of the wild ass or
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"Arse" is a British slang word for
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Arse was initially an inoffensive term that refers to an element of the body. However it has since become a vulgar term. In the 19th century, the word 'ass is an alternative to arse. It was originally a term for
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Appropriateness in popular culture
We often see cases where an established culture adopts elements from the culture of a minority. This is referred to as cultural appropriation, can lead to disrespect from minority members. It doesn't matter if you wear the traditional Native American headdress at a music festival or wearing blackface to Halloween, a lot of Black people feel that this is a form of patronizing behavior.
In addition to incorporating aspects of minority cultures, a dominant group can also benefit from intellectual property of the minority group. Blackfishing is one instance. It is important to keep in mind that people with colored skin have a history of being marginalized and deprived of rights. For instance, if you see a black person wearing a blackface Halloween costume it is important to consider the history of black people being marginalized.