# [[Lebanon's Portrayal - Confused Identity]] #Lebanon #Identity #Culture #Media #Question Why are we offended when Lebanon is portrayed as an extremist, backwards warzone. But we are totally fine (even proud) when it is minisculed to a country of partying, food, and bikinis? As a matter of fact, we often use the second point trying to refute the first point. Let's play this tough game: putting parties, tabbouleh, sexy girls, and superficial openness aside, when makes Lebanon a country to be proud of? Originally Shared on: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/theali/posts/pfbid0213eyXrccU9HSfZeWs98XrJreZRJEcz2SY4JUhqh5A51uzmrQk65ePcYJP9ip5RLal) May 17, 2017 > [!seealso] Related Thoughts > >- [[Feelings The Lebanese Long For]] >- [[English Greetings By Lebanese Businesses]] Published: May 17, 2017