I’m 16. On November 6th, the girls cried, and the boys played Minecraft. This stark contrast, presented as a headline, captures a perceived emotional chasm between genders in the aftermath of a significant election. The image conjured is powerful: tears reflecting disillusionment and despair versus seemingly unaffected gaming, symbolizing a disconnect in how the election’s outcome was experienced. The narrative suggests a failure of empathy, or perhaps a difference in priorities.
I’m 16. On November 6th, the girls cried, and the boys played Minecraft. This isn’t necessarily about blame, but rather the observation of starkly different reactions to the same event.… Continue reading
I can’t wrap my head around the fact that someone would innocently post such a shocking and racist accusation without realizing the consequences it could have. The Springfield woman who claimed she never meant to spark false rumors about Haitians truly baffles me. How can someone be so careless and thoughtless in their actions, especially in today’s sensitive and volatile climate?
The fact that this woman heard a rumor about Haitians eating cats and decided to share it on social media without fact-checking or considering the repercussions is mind-boggling. It’s unacceptable to spread such harmful and baseless claims, especially when it can incite fear, hatred, and violence towards a particular group of people.… Continue reading
It’s truly disheartening to see the fallout from “Hillbilly Elegy” and the disappointment expressed by director Ron Howard towards JD Vance. As someone who has also had a negative perception of Vance long before his political ambitions came to light, I can empathize with the frustration felt by many who saw through the facade of his book and subsequent movie.
I, too, have found it perplexing that a story so steeped in self-aggrandizement and detached observations could be heralded as a beacon of truth for the struggling working class. The blatant disregard for the complexities and nuances of Appalachian culture in Vance’s work is a slap in the face to those who actually hail from these regions and have experienced the struggles firsthand.… Continue reading
I can’t help but shake my head in disbelief at the absurdity of the recent comments made by Donald Trump regarding his running mate, JD Vance. Trump’s defense against accusations of Vance being “weird” is to insist that Vance can’t possibly be weird because he’s “so straight.” The correlation Trump draws between being “straight” and not being “weird” is not only illogical but also deeply problematic.
Sexual orientation has absolutely nothing to do with one’s propensity to be strange or odd. The fact that Trump associates being straight with normalcy is a clear reflection of his narrow-minded and outdated mindset. It is disappointing to see someone in a position of power perpetuating harmful stereotypes and stigmas surrounding sexuality.… Continue reading
As I read about the recent comments made by Jeanine Pirro and Laura Ingraham slamming the female Secret Service agents who protected Trump, I was appalled by their lack of empathy and understanding of the situation. Instead of acknowledging the bravery and quick thinking of these agents during an active shooter situation, they chose to focus on irrelevant aspects such as height and gender. It is disheartening to see prominent women tearing down other women for doing their jobs and putting their lives on the line to protect a former president.
The fact that Pirro and Ingraham would criticize these female agents without fully understanding the complexities of their roles is truly disappointing.… Continue reading
When I heard Trump make that comment about ‘Black jobs’ during the debate, I was taken aback. It was like he was trying to classify certain low-paying, unskilled, and undesirable jobs as jobs that Black Americans should be doing. The veiled racism in that statement was disturbing, to say the least. It was a clear attempt to marginalize and pigeonhole Black Americans into certain roles based on outdated stereotypes and prejudices.
The fact that Trump used the term ‘Black jobs’ without any regard for how demeaning and condescending it sounded speaks volumes about his true beliefs and attitudes towards people of color.… Continue reading
As I sit down to write about the recent controversy surrounding the Spectrum call center in Charlotte reportedly providing fried chicken and watermelon to employees for Juneteenth, I can’t help but reflect on the nuances of this situation. The mention of fried chicken and watermelon immediately conjures up a plethora of thoughts and emotions, intertwined with historical context and personal experiences.
Fried chicken and watermelon, considered by some as quintessential components of soul food, have unfortunately been entangled with stereotypes and derogatory connotations over the years. Yet, at their core, these foods carry a deep cultural significance that stems from the resilience and celebration of African American heritage.… Continue reading
Marjorie Taylor Greene, the controversial Republican Congresswoman, recently found herself in a heated exchange with her Democratic colleague, Rep. Jasmine Crockett. In response to an insulting comment made by Crockett, Greene decided to clap back with a workout video showcasing her physical strength and prowess. While some may see this as a strong comeback, others view it as a desperate attempt to deflect from the real issues at hand.
Watching Greene fumble through pull-ups and lifting weights is like watching a train wreck in slow motion. Her form is all over the place, and it’s clear that she’s more focused on proving her strength than on addressing the actual criticisms thrown her way.… Continue reading
I can’t believe I actually heard this with my own ears – Trump telling Black conservatives that his criminal charges are the reason Black people like him. I mean, seriously? The audacity of this man knows no bounds. When he mentioned that some big Black dudes wanted his “goldest sneakers” because of his criminal charges, I cringed. It’s as if he tries to connect with the Black community through the lens of criminality. It’s so offensive and ignorant, it’s almost laughable if it weren’t so disturbing.
For Trump to equate criminal charges with popularity among Black people is not only misguided but deeply offensive.… Continue reading
Well, well, well, where do I even begin with this absolute mess of a statement made by the Fox News host about Trump’s $399 gold sneakers? The blatant racism and ignorance in assuming that Black people would support Trump simply because they love sneakers is beyond comprehension. The level of disconnect from reality is truly mind-boggling.
To insinuate that Black individuals can be swayed in their political beliefs by a pair of overpriced, flashy sneakers is not only insulting but also dehumanizing. It reduces an entire group of people to a shallow stereotype based on outdated notions of materialism. It implies that Black people are easily manipulated by consumer goods rather than being rational, thinking individuals with their own beliefs and values.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
John Q. Hosedrinker