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US cowboys accuse Rawiri Waititi of cultural appropriation over Western attire

US cowboys accuse Rawiri Waititi of cultural appropriation over Western attire

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May 23, 2025
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Māori Party co-leader Rawiri Waititi has come under fire from an unexpected group: American cowboys. The politician, known for his distinctive dress sense and his blatant racism in New Zealand Parliament, has drawn criticism from some members of the U.S. cowboy community who accuse him of cultural appropriation.

The controversy erupted on social media pl…

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