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"Exotic" to who?

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International Women in Berlin
Nov 19, 2023
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The word "exotic" often pops up as a descriptor for Latin American women or those from non-European regions. It might be intended as a compliment, implying someone is intriguingly different. But this seemingly harmless term is layered with xenophobic and sexist undertones. It doesn't matter if you're light-skinned or not; "exotic" can be a catch-all for…

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