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-Marianopolita.
-Marianopolita.
Dominican identity, pelo malo and negrofobia
Posted 08-08-2009 at 02:28 PM by Marianopolita
Here is a good and poignant article on Dominican identity, pelo malo and negrofobia. Deeply rooted in the culture and inculcated in the minds of the majority of Dominicans which perpetuates the colonist dogma and anti-haitianismo. To deny or put yet another spin on the reality is another blow to the already existing notion of a society that's 'acomplejada with a clear falta de identidad'. I also think it's interesting to note that it is posted in a Dominican newspaper, Clave Digital.
A must read article for those who realize the profound depths and negativity associated with terms such as 'pelo malo' and 'pelo bueno'. No it's not just about straightening your hair! It speaks to the social construct of a society that has not advanced in terms of color, race, and social equality among other injustices.
...and yes this is my opinion.
Here is the article: Pelo malo y otras fobias :: CLAVE digital
~Marianopolita.
A must read article for those who realize the profound depths and negativity associated with terms such as 'pelo malo' and 'pelo bueno'. No it's not just about straightening your hair! It speaks to the social construct of a society that has not advanced in terms of color, race, and social equality among other injustices.
...and yes this is my opinion.
Here is the article: Pelo malo y otras fobias :: CLAVE digital
~Marianopolita.
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