Reflecting on the topic of climate change denial and its connection to low COVID-19 vaccination rates, I’m struck by the unfortunate reality that nearly 15% of Americans still deny the existence of climate change. This statistic, though seemingly low compared to the majority who do acknowledge climate change, is still cause for concern. It shows that a significant portion of the population is unwilling to accept a scientifically proven phenomenon that poses grave risks to our planet and our future.
The connection between climate denialism and low vaccination rates is troubling, suggesting a broader skepticism of science within this group of individuals.… Continue reading
Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl Victory Sends Alt-right Twittersphere Into Tailspin
As I sat and watched the Kansas City Chiefs secure their Super Bowl victory, I couldn’t help but be amused by the reaction from the alt-right Twittersphere. Their wild conspiracy theories and unfounded claims were enough to make anyone question the sanity of these individuals. But beyond the entertainment value, this level of delusion and misinformation is a dangerous reflection of the current state of our society.
One particular target of their ire was Taylor Swift, who apparently played a central role in rigging the game and ensuring a Chiefs victory.… Continue reading
It’s been ten years since Anita Sarkeesian burst onto the scene, igniting a firestorm of controversy and becoming a lightning rod for the gaming community. As I reflect on those years, I can’t help but think, “It’s been ten years, get over it.”
Feminist criticism has always been around, and it was only a matter of time before video games faced the music. I remember the backlash against the “sex sells” marketing in games like Mortal Kombat 9 and Duke Nukem Forever. People were getting tired of the objectification of women in gaming, and rightly so.
Anita Sarkeesian was one of the voices that emerged during this time, offering feminist perspectives on video game content.… Continue reading
Nearly 15% of Americans deny climate change is real, according to recent research. What’s more concerning is that researchers have discovered a strong connection between climate denialism and low COVID-19 vaccination rates, which suggests a broad skepticism of science. As an individual who is deeply concerned about the future of our planet and the well-being of our society, I find this correlation alarming.
Within the 85% of Americans who acknowledge climate change, there are various viewpoints. Some believe that while it is real, it is not a serious issue worth addressing. Others argue that climate change is desirable because it creates habitable land in new areas.… Continue reading
In the recent news, a tweet from former President Donald Trump caught my attention. It read, “Please don’t endorse someone else. Endorsing Joe Biden would ‘be disloyal to the man who made her so much money’.” The tweet was directed at none other than Taylor Swift, a highly successful singer-songwriter and a prominent figure in pop culture.
As I delved into the reactions and comments surrounding this tweet, I couldn’t help but feel a profound sense of disbelief and frustration. How could someone like Trump, who has a proven track record of making controversial and baseless claims, have the audacity to claim responsibility for Taylor Swift’s success?… Continue reading
As I scroll through my news feed, I can’t help but be filled with anger and frustration at the sight of Senator Tommy Tuberville defending Putin, the ruthless Russian leader. It is disheartening to see a representative who was sworn to uphold the interests of the United States aligning himself with a dictator who has a long history of human rights abuses and aggression towards neighboring countries.
The tweet that sparked this furious backlash reads, “Last night’s interview with Putin shows that Russia is open to a peace agreement, while it is DC warmongers who want to prolong the war. That is why I’m voting to stop 60 BILLION MORE of our tax dollars to this conflict.”… Continue reading
Trump’s recent claim that “they” will change the name of the state of Pennsylvania if he loses it is just one of the many outlandish and bizarre statements he has made throughout his presidency. As an observer, I can’t help but question the sanity of someone who would make such an absurd assertion.
First of all, let’s address the fact that Trump seems to have a fascination with name-calling and degrading his opponents. Throughout his political career, he has used derogatory nicknames to belittle and demean those who disagree with him. So it’s not surprising that he would come up with ridiculous new names for a state if he doesn’t get his way.… Continue reading
Pentagon to MAGA world: You need to calm down over Taylor Swift
It’s truly baffling how worked up some people can get over the most trivial matters. Case in point: the recent uproar over Taylor Swift. Yes, you read that right – Taylor Swift, the pop star, has managed to stir up controversy among the MAGA world. But why? What could she have possibly done to elicit such strong reactions?
Well, it turns out that all she did was encourage young people to vote. And boy, did that ruffle some feathers. Republicans, it seems, hate democracy. The mere suggestion that young people should exercise their right to vote was enough to send them into a frenzy.… Continue reading
As I sit here and read about the Republicans privately admitting that they killed a good immigration deal, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of frustration and disappointment. It’s no secret that the GOP has been playing political games for years, but this revelation is particularly disheartening.
Democratic Senator Michael Bennet claims that his Republican colleagues privately confessed that this immigration deal was the toughest one they would ever get. And yet, they still chose to kill it. It’s infuriating to see politicians prioritize party loyalty over the needs and desires of the American people.
What strikes me the most about this situation is the stark contrast between what Republicans say in private and what they do in public.… Continue reading
The recent comments by a GOP lawmaker regarding the rise of human composting and its alleged connection to a potential cannibalism epidemic have left me dumbfounded. It is disheartening to witness elected officials who seem to be detached from objective reality. This is just another example of the slippery slope fallacy that conservatives often fall into, failing to see the absurdity of their claims.
To begin with, the fear that legalizing gay marriage would lead to people marrying animals was proven baseless. It was just a scare tactic, a distraction from real issues. Similarly, the accusation of pedophile activities in pizza parlors was nothing more than a deluded conspiracy theory.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood
GOP lawmaker says a rise in human composting will cause a cannibalism epidemic: ‘This is going to be normalized at some point’
The recent comments by a GOP lawmaker regarding the rise of human composting and its alleged connection to a potential cannibalism epidemic have left me dumbfounded. It is disheartening to witness elected officials who seem to be detached from objective reality. This is just another example of the slippery slope fallacy that conservatives often fall into, failing to see the absurdity of their claims.
To begin with, the fear that legalizing gay marriage would lead to people marrying animals was proven baseless. It was just a scare tactic, a distraction from real issues. Similarly, the accusation of pedophile activities in pizza parlors was nothing more than a deluded conspiracy theory.… Continue reading