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Folklore by jacquessonsvetlana_3 is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the criticism faced by folklore studies under the National Defense Education Act (NDEA) due to perceived frivolity, leading to funding cuts and legislative scrutiny. It argues that folklore is a significant cultural tool that has been exploited by totalitarian regimes for propaganda, and emphasizes the importance of serious folklore scholarship in understanding cultural identity and countering such narratives. The author advocates for the professionalization of folklore studies, highl
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- jacquessonsvetlana_3
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- EN