As the world becomes more connected through globalization and technology, not all regions of America are moving forward at the same pace. But must these places continue to sink into oblivion? How can we restore a sense of belonging and home to a particular part of the world?
We spoke with photographer and writer Chris Arnade about “Zero Hour.” James Pross Discuss “Forgotten America” and the importance of culture.
Chris Arnard spent years photographing “Forgotten America.” This means countries in the Rust Belt and other parts of the country that have suffered from the tide of offshoring and global trade agreements.
“If you go to a run-down town in West Virginia or Ohio, they'll point to a factory that's gone because of NAFTA. The answer for someone like me is, 'Well, just move on.' Do you realize how insulting it is to say that to someone? That is the source of much of their meaning. That's where they come from. ”
Regarding this last point, Arnard says: “We intentionally say that we are culturally conditioned. Where you grew up matters. It's essentially about who you are and how you see the world.” It's not normal for most people to just fly around the world.
Instead, Arnade suggests that we should celebrate cultural differences rather than treating them as interchangeable parts.[Intellectuals] I'm very dismissive of the idea that people might be a little different. That we should all be the same. …No…that's something we should be proud of and celebrate. You can't just get up and change places. ”
To hear more from Chris Arnard about Forgotten America, the importance of culture, and more, watch the full episode of Zero Hour with James Pross.
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