Who said whitewashing was what I was asking for? I only mentioned the Mexican flag. Your understanding of optics seems to be rather jouvenile and black and white…
You’re saying protestors shouldn’t use Mexican symbols in their protest because it will be used as reactionary fodder for fascists. That’s the definition of whitewashing.
to alter (something) in a way that favors, features, or caters to white people
Nope. Nowhere did I say they shouldn’t use ANY Mexican symbol.
What I did say, is it would be much more powerful imagery to convince conservatives it’s wrong, if the cops are seen cracking down on someone waving a US flag.
Please, PLEASE stop being a reactionary and understand how messaging and subtext works.
You don’t combat racism by whitewashing your protests.
Who said whitewashing was what I was asking for? I only mentioned the Mexican flag. Your understanding of optics seems to be rather jouvenile and black and white…
You’re saying protestors shouldn’t use Mexican symbols in their protest because it will be used as reactionary fodder for fascists. That’s the definition of whitewashing.
Nope. Nowhere did I say they shouldn’t use ANY Mexican symbol.
What I did say, is it would be much more powerful imagery to convince conservatives it’s wrong, if the cops are seen cracking down on someone waving a US flag.
Please, PLEASE stop being a reactionary and understand how messaging and subtext works.