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US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The MAGA-Strategy Spin Machine

The 'opioid dispenser' metaphor illustrates how reassuring narratives about Trump mask deeper issues and risks.
Reassuring clichés about Trump's behavior may dull critical thinking and prevent understanding of political realities.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

People Are Going Silent': Fearing Retribution, Trump Critics Muzzle Themselves

Fear of backlash is stifling open political discourse in Washington.
Key societal leaders are modifying their behavior to evade government retribution.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Maire Treasa Ni Cheallaigh: As society becomes more tolerant of cannabis use, the drug itself is becoming a bigger health risk

Societal perceptions of drug use in politics are evolving, as seen in the differing reactions to Cowen and Varadkar's admissions.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The MAGA-Strategy Spin Machine

The 'opioid dispenser' metaphor illustrates how reassuring narratives about Trump mask deeper issues and risks.
Reassuring clichés about Trump's behavior may dull critical thinking and prevent understanding of political realities.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

People Are Going Silent': Fearing Retribution, Trump Critics Muzzle Themselves

Fear of backlash is stifling open political discourse in Washington.
Key societal leaders are modifying their behavior to evade government retribution.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Maire Treasa Ni Cheallaigh: As society becomes more tolerant of cannabis use, the drug itself is becoming a bigger health risk

Societal perceptions of drug use in politics are evolving, as seen in the differing reactions to Cowen and Varadkar's admissions.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

This dried out prune of a rocker': Donald Trump attacks Bruce Springsteen after musician's fiery speeches

Trump and Springsteen clash over political remarks, with Trump dismissing Springsteen as overrated following criticism of his administration.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Horrible, horrible, horrible': The Gerard Depardieu box office hit that still sparks outrage 50 years later

France stands out in the West where a manifesto by cultural figures backed the freedom to flirt, opposing the #MeToo movement’s perceived persecution of sexual expression.
Paris food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Writing the wrongs

Nguyen's choice to address the ongoing war in Gaza, amidst public backlash, reflects his commitment to confronting present injustices, despite personal and professional risks.
Left-wing politics
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 week ago

Chief Justice John Roberts Speech at Georgetown Law Warns of Endangered Rule of Law

Rule of law is essential yet rare; criticisms should focus on decisions, not personal attacks to enhance judicial discourse.
#social-media
Digital life
fromwestenberg.
2 months ago

The False Promise of Digital Public Squares Was Always a Scam

The claim that social media platforms are the new public squares is misleading and oversimplified.
Miscellaneous
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

Instagram closes account of suspect in CEO killing amid wave of comments

Mangione's social media became a focal point following his arrest for the murder of a healthcare CEO, triggering national discussions.
His actions appear motivated by personal discontent with corporate America, reflecting broader societal issues.
fromApaonline
1 month ago
philosophy

Putting the "Social" in Social Media: Hannah Arendt, Political Judgment, and Online Polarization

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Enoch Burke's family spent thousands on online ads, with Facebook acting as their 21st-century pulpit

Digital life
fromwestenberg.
2 months ago

The False Promise of Digital Public Squares Was Always a Scam

The claim that social media platforms are the new public squares is misleading and oversimplified.
Miscellaneous
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

Instagram closes account of suspect in CEO killing amid wave of comments

Mangione's social media became a focal point following his arrest for the murder of a healthcare CEO, triggering national discussions.
His actions appear motivated by personal discontent with corporate America, reflecting broader societal issues.
fromApaonline
1 month ago
philosophy

Putting the "Social" in Social Media: Hannah Arendt, Political Judgment, and Online Polarization

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Enoch Burke's family spent thousands on online ads, with Facebook acting as their 21st-century pulpit

fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

'I will miss it so badly' - emotional Joe Duffy recounts Liveline highlights and teases future plans

"I don't regret a single day, I'm sure other people do, but I don't," Joe said, reflecting on his impactful 27 years on Liveline, which addressed significant societal issues.
London politics
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

The week in whoppers: Michelle Obama whines over violent illegal-migrant deportations, Chuck Schumer shoots himself in the foot and more

Michelle Obama expresses concern over current immigration policies affecting immigrants under Trump, disregarding her husband's past deportation actions.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

'Don't shut up': Canadian auto sector's strategy to fight Trump tariffs | CBC News

Flavio Volpe urged automotive leaders to speak publicly about the negative impacts of Trump's tariffs, emphasizing that sharing stories can help protect jobs and businesses.
Toronto startup
#jk-rowling
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

None of the Parties Deserve Your Vote | The Walrus

Canada's political landscape suffers from a decade of declining decision-making and a growing focus on messaging rather than on effective governance, pointing to a need for serious reevaluation.
UK politics
Environment
fromtime.com
1 month ago

How To Encourage More People to Talk About Climate Change

Public discussions on climate change are essential to overcoming the 'climate silence'.
Increased conversation leads to greater awareness and concern about climate change.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Fox News host Sean Hannity tells lefty journo Taylor Lorenz 'there seems to be a missing chip' with her over Luigi Mangione remarks

Hannity pressed Lorenz repeatedly to condemn fans of accused shooter Luigi Mangione, but she deflected and steered the conversation towards broader healthcare issues.
Right-wing politics
US politics
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

The Leaders' Debates Feel like Watching Bad Theatre | The Walrus

Debates in political campaigns often fail to shift public opinion or meaningfully engage with complex issues.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

A dev built a test to see how AI chatbots respond to controversial topics | TechCrunch

A developer created SpeechMap to evaluate how AI models deal with controversial topics and free speech.
The tool aims to provide transparency and foster public discussion about AI's treatment of sensitive subjects.
#misinformation
#journalism
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Parish council chaos as 20k libel bill issued over claim clerk gave the finger'

Online libel actions can lead to significant financial penalties, emphasizing the need for accurate statements.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Parish council chaos as 20k libel bill issued over claim clerk gave the finger'

Online libel actions can lead to significant financial penalties, emphasizing the need for accurate statements.
#democracy
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Marine Le Pen verdict raises tricky questions about justice and democracy | Letters

The judiciary's decision against Marine Le Pen raises critical concerns about justice and democracy.
Political implications of legal actions can undermine public trust in democracy.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

29 Celebrities Who Called Out Other Celebs On Social Media For Bad, Problematic, Or Just Plain Rude Behavior

"It's so easy to, like, not be a scumbag human? Sell your clip-ins and zip it, Insurrection Barbie," she wrote to Brittany.
Women in technology
SF politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Wisconsin Election For Judge Breaks National Record for Spending in a Court Race

Unlimited campaign spending negatively impacts public discourse in Wisconsin elections.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

L.A. City Council seeks crackdown on the N-word and C-word at meetings

Harris-Dawson noted, 'It is language that, anywhere outside this building where there aren't four armed guards, would get you hurt if you said these things in public.'
NYC politics
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Thinking Like A (Potential) Lawyer Goes Viral On Jubilee - Above the Law

Sam Seder's debate on Jubilee highlights the difficulty of logical discussion in today’s polarized environment.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Ben Stokes is cricket's last action hero the ODI captaincy can be his Viking funeral | Barney Ronay

High-end cheddar cheese is gaining popularity due to its addictive crunchy crystals.
Parenting
fromDefector
2 months ago

I Will Take An Annoying World Over A Sterile One | Defector

Noting personal annoyances can distract from larger societal problems.
Sharing quotes without attribution undermines original authorship.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

She Interrupted a Town-Hall Meeting and Was Dragged Out by Private Security

A town hall meeting in Idaho erupted into chaos when a woman was forcibly removed for disrupting the event, highlighting rising tensions in political discourse.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Martin Breheny: Scrapping All-Ireland round-robin system isn't 'a joke' - Congress vote shows how unpopular it has become

In an age when brash and bold frequently trumps sane and sensible, it's easy to opt for what gets more attention. This preference for sensationalism over substance has become a common theme, leading to a deterioration of meaningful discourse across various domains.
UK politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

We May Never Know if the Rumor About Elon Musk's Penis Is True. We Do Know Just How Gross It Could Look.

There's no evidence that Elon Musk has a penile implant, a rumor magnified by Azealia Banks as speculation around Musk's private life continues to swirl.
Health
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Chappell Roan, Kamala, and Shein are the most mispronounced words of 2024

Chappell Roan's name, often confused with Dave Chappelle's, gained notoriety as one of the most mispronounced words of 2024, showcasing the challenges of name recognition.
Miscellaneous
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

A Lesson in Screaming

Seeing public events get increasingly disrupted by screamers struck me for how normalized this behaviour has become. When confronted with a bodily assault in public discourse, too many simply fold.
Miscellaneous
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Trump Rally Opens With Vulgar Insults Aimed at Minority Groups

Trump's rally featured a standup comic making offensive remarks about various racial groups amid attempts to court minority voters in key states.
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