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Andrew Potter: It's not about the passport

The Line • 2692 implied HN points • 15 May 23
🌍 World Politics Critics
  1. In relationships and politics, issues are often not about the specific incidents but rather underlying attitudes or lack of consideration.
  2. The controversy over Canada's passport redesign reflects deeper issues of national identity and symbolism.
  3. The redesign of Canada's passport is seen as a reflection of Justin Trudeau's perceived contempt for Canada and its symbols.
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Yog, Andy, and George

The Ruffian • 184 implied HN points • 12 Aug 23
🎶 Music Critics
  1. The history of pop music is defined by the struggle for fun.
  2. Yog and Andy from Wham! creatively thrived in suburban settings.
  3. Wham!'s music celebrated glamour but had humble origins in domestic life.

Sartre's Stratagem

Euro Desk Paris • 19 implied HN points • 17 Aug 23
📚 Literature Critics
  1. Sartre provocatively claimed people were most free during German occupation
  2. Sartre challenges conventional thoughts on freedom and authenticity
  3. Consider revisiting Sartre's works for his profound, innovative perspectives and unique style

bitter and viscid

let them eat cake • 39 implied HN points • 13 Apr 22
🍲 Food & Drink Critics
  1. Restaurateurs and critics use the term 'challenging' to describe dishes or restaurants that go against the dining public's preferences, like bitterness or gelatinous textures.
  2. Diners hold power over restaurants, as the food they order can challenge the norm and influence the restaurant scene.
  3. The concept of 'challenging' in food can be revealing and shed light on how diners and critics interact with different culinary experiences.