Dat was niet de bedoeling An incredibly handy Dutch phrase to know is 'dat was niet de bedoeling'. This phrase is most commonly used in the Netherlands during the Sinterklaas season but can be heard all year round actually. Bedoeling noun: intention [noun] what a person plans or intends to do intent [noun] purpose; what a person means to do purpose [noun] … [Read more...] about Dutch Phrase of the Day ‘Dat was niet de Bedoeling’
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The Dutch Burka Ban Law
The Dutch Burka ban The Dutch Burka ban law makes wearing face-covering clothing in the Netherlands illegal. It went into effect on August 1st 2019. How are you all feeling? Much safer I hope. After all, between 150 to 400 women in a country of 17 million people are believed to wear Burkas. Terrifying! Many a time I've laid awake at night shivering after encountering two women … [Read more...] about The Dutch Burka Ban Law
The Imaginary Black Friends Of Zwarte Piet Supporters
Rant of the day! The imaginary black friends of Zwarte Piet supporters Once upon a time, there was a man named Piet, Zwarte Piet. He was loved by all kids throughout the Netherlands. Well, that's not exactly 100% true because, in fact, the Dutch children's ombudsman did some research which showed that the majority of minority children don't enjoy the Sinterklaas period as much … [Read more...] about The Imaginary Black Friends Of Zwarte Piet Supporters
Geert Wilders Call For A Ban of Zwarte Piet
Geert Wilders Admits That Zwarte Piet Is Racist In an interview that will shock many, Geert Wilders the founder, head and deputy head of the anti-Islamic party the PVV has admitted in an interview that Zwarte Piet is racist. His admission has left many of his followers in shock. Speaking in an interview with a local krant, Geert Wilders explained his change of mind as … [Read more...] about Geert Wilders Call For A Ban of Zwarte Piet
The Use of Propaganda By The VVD In The Dutch Municipal Elections 2018
Propaganda by the VVD in the Dutch municipal elections 2018 Propaganda, a definition Dissemination of information—facts, arguments, rumours, half-truths, or lies—to influence public opinion. (source: https://www.britannica.com/topic/propaganda) The Dutch Municipal Elections 2018 The Dutch municipal elections 2018 are taking place on March 21st, 2018. If you're an EU citizen … [Read more...] about The Use of Propaganda By The VVD In The Dutch Municipal Elections 2018