April 8th is International Romani Day. There's a lot I could say, but mostly just want to say thank you all for being a community where I don't have to be afraid to say I'm Gypsy. You'd be surprised how not all European leftists even care about us! So I appreciate you all. So thank you all, please continue to stay educated on our issues, and never be afraid to ask me any questions if you have any.

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  • GalaxyBrain [they/them]
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    3 years ago

    I didn't think Roma were Romanians but didn't wasn't sure enough to say anything.

    • rozako [she/her]
      hexagon
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      3 years ago

      It's ok! Many people get it confused, and it's not their fault, but it definitely sucks because Romanians hate us 😪

      • GalaxyBrain [they/them]
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        3 years ago

        The person saying this stuff wasn't being a jerk and is a long time friend of my roommate so I'm guessing her intentions were good but had some bad Intel.

        • rozako [she/her]
          hexagon
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          3 years ago

          Yeah don’t worry I don’t doubt it! A lot of misinformation is out there about us.

          • GalaxyBrain [they/them]
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            3 years ago

            Thanks for clearing it up, as well as everyone else in this comment cluster. Really informative stuff.