This year a couple of people have complained about some of the trappings of Feral Cheryl. One native north American woman was angry that Feral Cheryl has a tepee on her site, and asked since when have Australians lived in tepees. Another woman was upset that FC had dreadlocks, as she's not black. Both of these complaints were about 'cultural appropriation', that Cheryl had taken on these cultural traits of Caribbean or native American peoples. While I agree that dreadlocks and tepees have been appropriated, they have actually been appropriated by lots of people around the world.
Tepees are quite popular in Australia, with 'ferals' and other alternative lifestyle seekers.
It's because of this ugly side of the global marketplace that Feral Cheryl supports the protesters who've been taking action at world economic meetings in recent times, such as the May Day protests around the world, and the recent action coinciding with the EU meeting in Gothenburg, Sweden. Unfortunately it's often the more violent aspects of these protests that attract media attention, but responsible media also report the peaceful elements represented. It's great to see the economically powerful having to plan around the protests though, and the actions are certainly being noticed. If you think political leaders are being manipulated by big corporations, here's your chance to manipulate a few politicians yourself. I have to recommend a site where you can have fun at the expense of Prime Minister Tony Blair and other British politicians.