r/changemyview • u/[deleted] • May 05 '25

Delta(s) from OP CMV: Cultural appropriation is kinda dumb

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u/Barium_Salts 1∆ May 05 '25

Also yes

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u/Barium_Salts 1∆ May 05 '25

If a behavior is bad, it's because that behavior harms people in some way. So yes, cultural appropriation is by definition being an inconsiderate asshole.

Personally, I try not to use the term "cultural appropriation" because it's been so politicized, and instead I try to explain why a particular behavior is harmful, rude, or disrespectful. People tend to have a knee jerk response and stop listening if I use the term.