Why do some groups justify controversial practices as part of a "tradition," and how do these ideas affect perceptions of masculinity?

[oldpigg]

Why do some groups justify controversial practices as part of a "tradition," and how do these ideas affect perceptions of masculinity and respect for other living beings?

CULTURAL

"A tribute to first love": statue of a donkey creates controversy in Sincelejo

A new cultural event has become a topic of conversation in Sincelejo for illustrating an immoral facet of the man from the plains.

'The first love', controversial sculpture in Sincelejo. // Photo:

Illustration.

[jshm2]

It's your subjective opinion that they are "controversial". In their culture it's probably a normalised ideal.

You need to remember that the world doesn't need to pander to your naïve sensibilities.

[exitseven]

this is also a tradition where I come from.

You Won The Prize.

[oldpigg]

Do they have sex with donkeys in your country too?

[oldpigg]

Have you ever done it? And if so, why?

[exitseven]

Thanks for the MHO😎

[DrPepper12]

Usually they say "God commands it" tbh.

Sometimes "it's always been done this way" is enough for mental migits to not question the absurd.

[Anonymous]

They don't know any better

[OddBeMe]

Apparently Hispanic machismo men are very fragile