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That was particularly strong for Mr. Firoz, who grew up with a westernized outlook in Kabul, then saw the U.S. arrive to liberate his city.

“For many people, our traditions, including our clothing, have been ‘westernized,’” said Manila, founder of Pride ASIA, ahead of the May 28 event.

Of course, veganism and vegetarianism originated long before westernized veganism became popular.

“So much of westernized medicine is in the fabric of our communities, our lives, our culture,” he said.

“There was nothing wrong with us. They didn’t have to force us to speak Spanish. They didn’t have to try to westernize us.”