Because of all this mixing, ethnographers and historians have lately come to agree that Hutus and Tutsis cannot properly be called distinct ethnic groups. Still
Recent scholarly discussions have led ethnographers and historians to conclude that the Hutu and Tutsi populations should not be classified as separate ethnic groups due to a significant degree of intermixing over time. This challenges traditional views that emphasized a clear ethnic division between these two groups, suggesting that their identities are more fluid and intertwined than previously thought.
In his book "We Wish to Inform You That Tomorrow We Will Be Killed with Our Families," Philip Gourevitch explores the complexities surrounding the identities of Hutus and Tutsis. He illustrates how historical narratives and political contexts have shaped perceptions of ethnicity and conflict, revealing a more nuanced understanding of these communities in Rwanda.
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