Race discrimination case over child’s swim puts ‘Dutch paradox’ in focus
Henri Duiker won a ruling against the Watergeus pool in Zoetermeer, Netherlands, after his son was denied entry on the basis of race in July 2024. The incident, part of the wider 'Dutch paradox,' highlights ongoing racism despite the country's claims of tolerance. Local authorities are now facing pressure to address systemic discrimination in their facilities.
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Published 08 Jul 2026, 11:52 UTC · Updated 08 Jul 2026, 12:30 UTC
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