Comment by Bornagainchola on 02/02/2025 at 23:38 UTC

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Ok and that helps how?

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Comment by TijuanaSunrise at 03/02/2025 at 00:22 UTC

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Folks still wave Irish flags around for various reasons, have tattoos of the Italian flag, etc. we’re an immigrant nation, it’s okay to be proud of where you’re from (should be okay, at least.)

I see your point, why wave a Mexican flag in this protest, we’re all supposed to be going all American all the time here, I guess.

I think, these protesters are drawing a line through their personal identity to their new home. It’s fucking complicated, I don’t think waving the Mexican flag does them many favors either, but I can see why it’s happening. This is a complicated nation to live in.

Also just want to add, I have fed so many ducks so many Oscars breadsticks at that pond in my youth, it’s crazy to see something of significance happen there.

Comment by bill_brasky37 at 03/02/2025 at 00:44 UTC

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This corner often has fascists waving flags. But only like 2 or 3. This is a much bigger crowd showing support for an oppressed community

Comment by ChazPls at 02/02/2025 at 23:42 UTC

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The point is to show support of immigrants, and to protest against racism and persecution currently being targeted heavily against people of actual and perceived mexican descent. If you're asking "what tangible effect do protests and shows of solidarity have in the face of fascism?", I don't know, that's a big question.