In the section entitled "Integrationist Indigenism," Hector Díaz-Polanco discusses the foundation of "contemporary integrationist indigenism," and although he does discuss the strands of romanticism, relativism and Gamio's distinction (see footnote 22), much of his tone is alarmist and highly critical.
What do you think about his argument? Do you believe that the integrationist policies and theories he describes were intentionally ethnocidal? If so, why? If not, what makes you think that there might be more to the story?
Don't worry, there is no "right answer" here; instead, we are looking for critical thought regarding his argument.
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