I disagree. I like it when we take and adapt elements of other cultures and traditions, incorporating elements of our own. I think it can be inspire new creativity. That is how we get fusion cuisine like Tex-Mex. I'm sure some real Mexicans roll their eyes at San Diego-style burritos, but I don't see them protesting in the streets.
Once a theme is announced, it is for practical purposes too late to change it. Doing so would decrease the reputation of the convention in the eyes of those who think this is a good theme. It is however an appropriate time to state your concerns about how the theme may be interpreted and to develop guidelines for e.g. artwork and stories presented in the conbook, or as at-con theming material.
I disagree. I like it when we take and adapt elements of other cultures and traditions, incorporating elements of our own. I think it can be inspire new creativity. That is how we get fusion cuisine like Tex-Mex. I'm sure some real Mexicans roll their eyes at San Diego-style burritos, but I don't see them protesting in the streets.
Once a theme is announced, it is for practical purposes too late to change it. Doing so would decrease the reputation of the convention in the eyes of those who think this is a good theme. It is however an appropriate time to state your concerns about how the theme may be interpreted and to develop guidelines for e.g. artwork and stories presented in the conbook, or as at-con theming material.