Also, as a kid, I used to wonder where all the Black anime characters were. Characters who resemble me! There were what appeared to be white characters (they were probably Japanese, but had very white features to me) and, of course, Japanese characters, but not many with a dark complexion.
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"We are all connected," LaBeach explained when asked what the term "black" means to him. "Our experiences differ, but we are still connected." However, Watkins-Hayes adds that if someone wants to know for certain how a black person identifies, they should simply ask what their preference is. "It's a chance for a conversation."
That's a pity. She is, however, a welcome addition to the anime's more relaxed moments and episodes. Gidget is all about style and has a great sense of fashion. In fact, she is the anime's best-dressed character. Even if her style is unusual for a Mecha/military series.
