There are many cultures around the world that are suppressed by majoritarianism. They have to face challenges like forced assimilation, language discrimination and refusal to acknowledgement of their unique identity. In fact, many cultures have been identified by UNESCO, that will soon cease to exist - either that they’re vulnerable, or completely extinct. How do you, as a minority, feel, knowing that your entire identity will cease to exist in a few decades? Do you have a sense of camaraderie towards other minorities from other parts of the world, say, the Ainu people, or the Brahui pastoralist?

  • Call me Lenny/Leni@lemm.ee
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    10 months ago

    I’d be lying if I said it didn’t bother me. If you live in a “dominate or be dominated” world, it comes as a surprise to not see non-dominating cultures as more worthy of the spotlight that others ruin their chances for. Although my link to said culture isn’t direct, when I see the big players fighting, I shake my head. The innocence of humanity is truly being tested.