Hold That Thought by Sarah Haider

Hold That Thought by Sarah Haider examines cultural and ideological conflicts in modern society, with a focus on critiques of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the intersection of religion and gender politics, and the challenges liberalism faces against wokeism. It advocates for skepticism, rational debate, and the resilience of liberal values.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Religion and Gender Politics Liberalism vs. Wokeism Cultural and Ideological Conflicts Skepticism and Rational Debate

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Did Gays Destroy Marriage?

1257 implied HN points • 09 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Civil Rights Social Issues Gender Politics LGBTQ+
  1. The distinction between the gay rights movement and the gender identity movement was a key criticism in the Unbeliever's Manifesto.
  2. The definition of marriage was debated between a social institution for reproduction roles and a commitment between two people who love each other.
  3. Gay marriage was seen as fitting into the more modern, sentimental view of marriage, not the traditional understanding.

The Deep Slumber of A Decided Opinion

393 implied HN points • 29 May 23
🎭️ Culture Opinion Identity History Ideology Values
  1. Wokeism focuses inward on personal truths rather than outward on universal truths or solutions.
  2. Sloppy scholarship and narrow perspectives in woke movements hinder understanding and progress on social justice.
  3. The inherited prosperity and privilege in America contribute to susceptibility to simplistic persuasion and emotional appeals.

We Can Come Back From The Brink

235 implied HN points • 29 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Culture Institutions Elections Modernity Youth
  1. Institutions in the US are under assault, but they continue to function and there are mechanisms for resistance and change.
  2. The American people have the power to influence their political landscape through voting, ensuring a system of checks and balances.
  3. Modernity relies on objective realities like physics and mathematics, which will persist despite ideological pressures.