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Charles St-Georges
In such strange times as this pandemic, where so much of the work we do has become virtual-including the work of mourning-I have received countless condolences via email from scholars throughout the world, but especially from the Americas, wherein thoughts on David (or Foster... it seems people tend to opt for one or the other, depending on cultural norms and their relationship with el gran maestro) have almost always evoked two themes, although always articulated through a kaleidoscope of subjectivities that reflects his lifelong commitment to diversity and difference. When faced with the impossible task of synthesizing all of Fosters widely-varying academic contributions, Ferrero wisely opts instead to focus on sus valores éticos, which brings to light his firm commitment to human rights, especially where they concern three groups most attacked by military tyranny: independent women, Jews, and gays and lesbians (DiGiro). Most people met him through his writing before interacting with him and being pleasantly surprised by his amiability and eagerness to support research in Latin American cultural studies, especially where historically marginalized communities were concerned.
