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Denise Zubizarreta M.A.L.C.M.

@thevampdeville.bsky.social

AuHD mixed media interdisciplinary artist, cultural operations strategist, scholar, journalist, Navy veteran and researcher. 🇵🇷🇨🇺🏳️‍🌈

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Denise Zubizarreta M.A.L.C.M. @thevampdeville.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

I said what I said 🎤

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Denise Zubizarreta M.A.L.C.M. @thevampdeville.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

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Denise Zubizarreta M.A.L.C.M. @thevampdeville.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

If recognizing Colonial Stockholm Syndrome (CSS) is the first step, the next step is unlearning. CSS thrives in the myths we inherit—about power, identity, and “progress.” It’s not just about seeing the chains; it’s about questioning why we thought they were fine jewelry in the first place.

An orange background with a dotted texture. At the top, the text reads, “HISTORICAL EXAMPLES” with the number “05” in the corner. Below a bold black underline, the text states:

“CSS has played a role in shaping the social, cultural, and political landscapes of many colonized societies.”

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An orange background with a dotted texture. At the top, the text reads, “MODERN-DAY IMPLICATIONS” with the number “06” in the corner. Below a bold black underline, the text states:

“CSS continues to influence current political debates, cultural identity, and movements against decolonization and self-determination.”

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Denise Zubizarreta M.A.L.C.M. @thevampdeville.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Colonial Stockholm Syndrome (CSS) isn’t just personal—it’s systemic. It shapes how we see ourselves, our cultures, and even our governments. From language to leadership, CSS is embedded in the very structures we’re told to trust. Recognizing it is the first step to breaking free.

An orange background with a dotted texture. The text at the top reads, “Key Characteristics of CSS” with the number “03” in the corner. Below, a white arrow points to a bold black underline, leading to the following list of characteristics in alternating black and white text:

• Conflicted Identity
• Internalized Oppression
• Idealization of the Colonizer
• Dependency on the Colonizer

An orange background with a dotted texture. The text at the top reads, “How CSS Manifests in Society” with the number “04” in the corner. A white arrow points to bold black text with some words highlighted in white:

“From language and education to governance and culture, CSS affects how colonized societies view themselves and their place in the world.”

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Denise Zubizarreta M.A.L.C.M. @thevampdeville.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Colonial Stockholm Syndrome (CSS) isn’t just history—it’s the lens we need to understand how colonized minds still cling to their oppressors. From political systems to cultural norms, CSS shapes identities, loyalties, and the myths we’re told to believe. Unpacking it means reclaiming power.

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Denise Zubizarreta M.A.L.C.M. @thevampdeville.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Reflecting on this piece, I think about the stories we’ve inherited and the ones we’re still uncovering. My reimagining of ‘The Last Supper’ brings together figures from Caribbean history, inviting us to sit with our ancestors and honor their resilience. What stories does it bring to mind for you?

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