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Ideology Is More Important Than Intersectionality
The Left is obsessed with intersectionality and identity politics. Merriam- Webster defines intersectionality as, “the complex, cumulative way in which the effects of multiple forms of discrimination (such as racism, sexism, and classism) combine, overlap, or intersect especially in the experiences of marginalized individuals or groups.” It sounds innocent enough, but this idea is a significant reason why America is divided.
By Gregory Alan6 years ago in The Swamp
Fire in the South
I had a dream a few nights ago that Alabama was burning. That's where I live, Alabama. I had the dream on a cold night, full of rain and the vapor of breathing, but in my dreams I was so hot. I was melting into the earth that was ablaze. That the U.S. government wasn't just letting it happen to me, but that they encouraged it.
By Zoe Mize6 years ago in The Swamp
Saving Our Children From Crushing Debt
My children are seven and nine years old, and it’s heartbreaking to see how our society is already grooming them to take on crushing debt.
By Walter Rhein6 years ago in The Swamp
keep the people quiet
I should start with a warning, I believe in many conspiracy theories. Either partly or fully. The official report of 9/11 has more holes then a crumbly swiss cheese, jfk was killed by the CIA and many more beside. please don't turn off yet dear reader because the rest is an opinion you might have, possibly without realising. You might also agree with me in part, maybe you will read this and in coming days and weeks come over to my side of the fence.
By ASHLEY SMITH6 years ago in The Swamp
Biden Could Be Major Mistake
After Super Tuesday, the race for the Democratic nomination is now between former Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Bernie Sanders. The two veteran politicians obviously have dramatically different policy positions and dramatically different views on how to move the party forward.
By John Heckenlively6 years ago in The Swamp
It's a wide world
"I don't have a problem with immigrants... but so many of them are illegal and breaking the law... that's who I have a problem with." "They're rapists." "They're taking our jobs." "They're just all on welfare using our resources." "They're ruining our economy." There are so many bullshit excuses to validate hatred. So many "reasons" ignorant people defend their racism. Even worse... there are some people who are outright racist and don't even feel shame at how hateful they are to a group of people whos skin is darker than theirs. So many people who's fear of the unknown allows them belittle anyone different from them, rather than trying to understand new things, or different ways of life, we just allow ourselves to fill with hatred and anger.
By H Martin6 years ago in The Swamp
A Take on Teens
Teens are probably the most underrated group of people in the world as of 2020. We are belittled and discarded, even as thoughtful, intelligent people, despite that this is probably the peak of our life because we have our own opinions. Alas, adults (and the infamous “Boomer” generation) forget about how teens have shaped the world for them. So, they ignore us, and we are left to pick up the scraps of global warming, the bans and legislations placed upon certain groups of people, and plastic pollution—amongst other things.
By MisticAllFandom6 years ago in The Swamp
Can Political Plurality Stop Extremism From Destabilising Democracy?
Extremist-led Disruption of Democracy Interference in or the disruption of elections is a serious business. The idea of foreign actors influencing national politics, societal debate and policy decisions is far beyond creepy. It is immoral and dangerous.
By EdgarHuitema6 years ago in The Swamp
Were the Founding Fathers good or bad people?
Growing up, I was given a highly polarized image of the men who founded the United States of America. On one side of the spectrum was a portrait of glorious god-like figures who embodied liberty and held eternally great ideas. The other was evil slave owners who didn’t care about anyone except rich people and money. Are they both true? Is there a grey area somewhere in between these two highly contrasted images? No, of course not. Usually, I can find a grey area in almost any subject, but not this one. Because neither of these images are accurate at all. Not all of the founding fathers had perfect ideas, and not all of them believed in slavery. Both images are either a mythical and excessively cynical one. They’re founded on extreme bias and sensational interpretations of American colonial history. Yes, many of the founding fathers were rich and were being taxed by the British. That doesn’t mean money was the only factor in their rebellion against Britain. Particularly for the founding fathers who actually took the time to build a well-designed government in place of merely ruling as kings. Not to mention the founding fathers who were not a part of the wealthy class. Legends like Samuel Adams, who was such a charismatic figure they named a brewery after him in Boston. Although he did come from a wealthy family, he wasn’t concerned with money but was more of a political idealist.
By Landon Girod6 years ago in The Swamp
Prototype Debate
Education profoundly utilized in our era. Area is perfect for individuals who will save us. We are faced with the fact that others have learning ability or better ideas besides us. Thousands of protest, scholarly advice, Supreme Court decisions, testimony and action are in the forefront. Court decisions have come a long way from chancellor courts. Dangerous times increase importance of resolves join people for each other welfare. The more peril we see, the more people must respond. This helps our efforts to be worthwhile.
By Pearl Thomas6 years ago in The Swamp
Reason First: Gunman in Milwaukee Kills Five, Self
Here’s a thought experiment: imagine if all Americans from the youngest crawling to oldest walking possessed a gun. Consider the fact that each one of them received ample training in the art of firearms handling. Contemplate not free health care, but free guns. If the streets became flooded with boomsticks, what would happen to neighborhoods? If guns proliferated school buildings, churches, office buildings, movie theaters, and other businesses, what would the landscape of the United States look like?
By Skyler Saunders6 years ago in The Swamp
Reason First: Legalize All Drugs Now
America’s prisons swell with tens of thousands of drug related cases. Why is this? What role ought the government play in what substances are produced, distributed, sold, and consumed on the streets of the United States? Anthony “Geezy” Gonzalez recently broke free of the constraints of the legal system. As manager to the rap duo Clipse, he spent his time focusing on furthering their careers. That was until he was busted for running a multi-million-dollar drug ring for which he served eight and a half years behind the wall. His story is not unique. There are many nonviolent offenders or people who currently sit in prison who never started force against another human being. Now, what they were selling happens to be poison but what, besides setting an age limit on who can make and take these drugs, does the government have to do with regulating or prosecuting some adults who serve other adults? Geezy doesn’t appear bitter. With a salt and pepper beard and an extremely calm demeanor, he could be a college professor or a deacon to a church.
By Skyler Saunders6 years ago in The Swamp