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kleinbl00 · 3820 days ago · link · · parent · post: When progressives satirize themselves by accident
You're arguing it's a matter of degree. To some extent I agree with you. To a greater extent it's about possession. Persians are allowed to argue about the authenticity of Persian restaurants in Los Angeles. They are allowed to support or slag as they see fit. As a white guy, I'm not entitled to an opinion. Buddy of mine isn't either - because only his mom is Persian.
That's my whole point: maybe you got no beef with appropriating cultural elements with respect, but somebody does, and they will be vocal, and they will accuse you of oppression for the simple reason that you're appropriating. Simply put: you are allowed to assist your friends in appreciation only of those elements you are entitled to by birth (not even by blood).