What happened to ecstatic wandering?
This story, about traditional nomadic peoples in Europe and the Middle East, highlights their confrontations with police. By outlawing these lifestyles, the authorities are endangering their cultures and familial ways.
How can we create space for travelling peoples in an era where every plot of land is owned by someone?
When did we fail to see the beauty in the varying ways people choose to live?
How can something this ancient, wandering that is, become outlawed to a point of outrageous violence?
This piece spans Europe and Asia, discussing the conflict and contradictions these people face, and their resistance to giving up their ways.
Allie, you consistently post fascinating, important stories and ask provocative questions. Excellent blogging!
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