Celebrating the diversity of cultures we have is okay and learning about different cultures is okay -- but when people adopt or imitate another culture without first educating themselves on the implications or background of that culture, then that is not okay. There is a fairly thin line between cultural appropriation and appreciation that has sparked much controversy, especially in the pop culture arena (ej: Justin Bieber and other white celebrities sporting dreadlocks). However, it's undeniable that heavy stereotyping and disrespect for another culture deserves more scorn than praise. This is an important and debatable topic, so I'd be glad to hear any other opinions on this issue!
