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America's first dystopian novel

WORLD GONE WRONG • 78 implied HN points • 14 Jul 23
📚 Literature Dystopian Race relations Social Dynamics Racism
  1. America's first dystopian novel, 'Sojourn in the City of Amalgamation,' was written in 1835 by Jerome Bonaparte Holgate under the pseudonym 'Oliver Bolokitten.'
  2. The novel focuses on a society where interracial reproduction is encouraged as a solution to racial prejudice, reflecting the racial tensions and debates of the time.
  3. Dystopian fiction often explores social dynamics, and in America, race plays a significant role due to its powerful impact on society and the fears associated with racial supremacy.

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Castalia • 119 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Race relations Political Ideologies Cultural critique Media influence Historical Analysis
  1. Wokeness is seen by some as a call for a fresh start, especially within the Black community, moving away from past injustices towards a new political entity.
  2. Ernst Junger's writings highlight a fascination with death and a disdain for boring, comfortable living, linking militarism to a critique of modern society.
  3. A.O. Scott's retirement from film criticism signals changes in how movies are perceived, and the role of reviews in shaping art is being questioned as they affect creators deeply.
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The B.E.S.T. Microaggression Training You’ve Never Heard Of

Journal of Free Black Thought • 31 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Race relations Education Freedom of Speech Diversity Social Issues
  1. Microaggressions can have a compounding negative effect on individuals over time.
  2. Bias Education and Support Teams (BEST) are prevalent on college campuses but can be controversial in their implementation.
  3. The concept of microaggressions and what is considered offensive can vary greatly among different groups of people.

"Vote For Me Darkies": A 1 Act Play

Ulizzle On Software • 0 implied HN points • 21 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Race relations Political Commentary
  1. The play titled 'Vote For Me Darkies' satirizes political manipulation and stereotyping in the context of race.
  2. The dialogue in the play reflects on themes of identity, societal expectations, and the consequences of speaking out against the norm.
  3. The author uses dark humor and provocative language to challenge conventional narratives about race and politics.

In defense of firework conspiracists

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jun 20
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conspiracy Theories Race relations Social Issues Media Critique
  1. Some people believe in conspiracy theories about fireworks being orchestrated by the police, which may seem complex but come from a place of valid fear and distrust.
  2. Conspiracy theories can reflect the privilege or oppression experienced by different groups - like embittered middle-aged white individuals versus Black city residents.
  3. The rise of new conspiracy theories independent of historical events like assassinations, for instance, in the case of fireworks conspiracies.