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Politically, this cultural shift aligns with a broader populist and nationalist resurgence in countries like the U.S. and parts of Europe. The ad’s boldness also reflects the breaking down of political taboos—discussions about traditional values, national identity, and genetic traits are creeping into mainstream discourse.
In Europe, right-wing parties and movements may see this as a cue to accelerate their own identity-based campaigns, especially if the cultural shift aligns with voter sentiments.
Society and Future Discourse
For society at large, this moment signifies a potential de-tabooing of heated topics—race, genetics, national pride—that were suppressed in the postwar era. It opens space for more open, and possibly more polarized, debates.