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Why Trump's racist rally at the Garden is a turning point in the campaign

The Signorile Report • 2917 implied HN points • 29 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Campaigns Racism Media Public Opinion
  1. Trump held a rally where he and his supporters made a lot of racist and hateful comments. This event was different from his usual rallies and it shocked many people.
  2. The media reacted strongly to the rally, with major outlets labeling it explicitly as 'racist' for the first time. This attention might change how some voters view Trump as his comments may have crossed a line.
  3. There seems to be tension within Trump's campaign because of the backlash. Some strategists are worried about how these comments could affect votes, especially in states with large Latino and Puerto Rican populations.

Links to Consider, 11/8/2024

In My Tribe • 212 implied HN points • 08 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Policy Racism Foreign Relations Economics
  1. Bond markets are reacting to expected inflation, not a debt crisis. This means mortgage rates could rise even if the Fed lowers interest rates.
  2. People notice race because they are naturally group-oriented. Racism stems from our tribal instincts, but it's not built into our thinking.
  3. Fertility rates are dropping worldwide, possibly linked to how technology affects social connections. Research is needed to understand this trend better.

Seems Racist to Me

Erick Erickson's Confessions of a Political Junkie • 3177 implied HN points • 16 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Elections Political Campaigns Media Public Opinion Race relations
  1. Kamala Harris thinks giving weed to young Black men will help her get their votes, which seems disrespectful. If a white person suggested something similar for white votes, it would be considered racist.
  2. People want jobs and affordable groceries, not things like free weed or reparations. They want real support, not just offers that seem shallow.
  3. Donald Trump connects with voters as a working-class candidate, while Kamala Harris struggles to get her message across. This difference in approach is affecting how voters see them.

Media Spreads Dangerous Disinformation About Trump Rally

Michael Shellenberger • 1659 implied HN points • 28 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Disinformation Racism Crisis
  1. The media accused Trump of hosting a racist rally, but many claims about the event were misleading. No actual racist or anti-Semitic remarks were reported at the rally.
  2. Connections made between the rally, past events, and public figures don't prove anything racist or harmful. The mentions of historical rallies or comedians don't reflect the current situation accurately.
  3. Issues like Puerto Rico's trash problem were mentioned in a way intended to critique the island's waste management, not to offend its people. The humor in some comments can be taken out of context and misunderstood.

Les privilèges c’est tout ce que tu peux oublier

L'Atelier Galita • 199 implied HN points • 29 Oct 24
🎭️ Culture Privilege Identity Racism Gender Social justice
  1. Privilege can mean having the choice to think about certain aspects of your identity, while others may not have that luxury.
  2. Some people may feel their race or gender all the time, while others may not think about their own privilege until it affects them directly.
  3. Not recognizing one's privilege can influence everyday experiences, such as feeling safe in public spaces or being treated differently in shops.
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CBS News Brings In a Racist to Help Its Employees

Erick Erickson's Confessions of a Political Junkie • 2058 implied HN points • 08 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Racism Public Opinion Political Commentary Diversity
  1. CBS News is getting help from a controversial figure to discuss a sensitive interview that upset some employees. This choice has sparked debates about who should lead such discussions.
  2. The network is facing backlash for how it handled a challenging interview about anti-Semitic views. Employees feel that management is avoiding the issue instead of addressing it directly.
  3. Critics believe that bringing in this figure undermines the credibility of CBS News. They argue that this is a poor decision for a major news organization.

A Historic Race

Journal of Free Black Thought • 81 implied HN points • 06 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Racism Society Economy Immigration Media
  1. The recent election shows that many Americans are looking past race and focusing on the candidates' skills and policies. This might mean a move towards a more 'raceless' society.
  2. People seem to care more about the economy than race when choosing leaders. Even if economic conditions are good, voters often feel unsure and prefer leaders who they believe will better manage economic issues.
  3. The changing views on race in America highlight progress. The idea of voting based on racial categories is becoming outdated as people recognize the diversity within humanity.

Dingus of the week: Tony Hinchcliffe

Men Yell at Me • 472 implied HN points • 01 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Comedy Racism Free speech Political Satire Social Commentary
  1. Tony Hinchcliffe made racist jokes at a Trump rally that many people found offensive. His comments included stereotypes about Puerto Ricans, Black people, and Latinos.
  2. While some support Hinchcliffe, many others, including celebrities, called out his jokes as racist and demanded better from comedians.
  3. There is a growing concern about free speech and the consequences of making offensive jokes. Some feel people should laugh at all jokes, even if they are hurtful, while others believe that jokes can reveal deeper prejudices.

Top Republican, flush with corporate cash, embraces racist conspiracy theory

Popular Information • 9670 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conspiracy theory Corporate Influence Immigration Policy Racism Political Donations
  1. Proponents of the great replacement theory believe in a racist myth about white Americans and non-white immigrants.
  2. The great replacement theory has inspired violent attacks, showing the dangerous consequences of this conspiracy.
  3. Some corporations publicly support a path to citizenship for Dreamers while donating to politicians who endorse racist conspiracy theories.

“Do You Do Lawns Too?”

Remarkable People • 559 implied HN points • 14 Aug 24
🎭️ Culture Racism Identity Self-Improvement Communication Life lessons
  1. It's important not to look for problems where there may be none. Sometimes people mean well, and we might misinterpret their intentions.
  2. Taking the high road means responding calmly and graciously instead of reacting with anger. It's usually a better choice.
  3. We should give others the benefit of the doubt. Not every comment is meant to offend, and it's good to approach situations with openness.

BREAKING URGENT EMERGENCY: Revellers in a tent north of Frankfurt caught singing "Foreigners Out" to club music, German democracy on life support

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 260 implied HN points • 14 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Democracy Human Rights Law enforcement
  1. People in Germany sang racist slogans at a festival, causing a lot of concern about rising xenophobia. It shows how normalized such behavior has become in some communities.
  2. A sound technician recorded and shared the incident, highlighting the need to confront racism in public spaces. His actions sparked discussions and police investigations into the matter.
  3. Officials and local leaders expressed outrage and vowed to combat such hate speech. However, some questioned whether these chants should even be investigated, indicating a division on how racism is perceived legally and socially.

"If a white person said that"

Disaffected Newsletter • 2557 implied HN points • 08 Apr 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social Issues Racism Feminism Identity politics Media Critique
  1. Some people say harsh things about white people that wouldn't be acceptable if said about others. This creates a double standard in society.
  2. Many white people agree with negative views about themselves, thinking it will make them seem better to others.
  3. The idea that white people hold all the power in society is outdated, and it's important to address current attitudes that accept harmful statements against them.

The Spiral of Tokenism: Part 1

Hold That Thought by Sarah Haider • 3360 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity Discrimination Activism Racism Inclusion
  1. Criticism of DEI programs is gaining traction but facing backlash and institutions finding ways around anti-DEI measures
  2. DEI diversity version can act as a tax on institutions, degrade professional competency, and harm actual diversity
  3. Tokenism leads to arbitrary divisions, fosters implicit racism, and does more harm than good for diversity

The Fallout From Trump’s Hate Rally at Madison Square Garden Is Still Growing

Proof • 48 implied HN points • 31 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Events Campaigning Racism Public Opinion Media Critique
  1. Trump's rally in New York City has been seen as a big mistake and is having serious consequences. Many people are reacting strongly against it.
  2. A recent report described the event as 'revolting' and a 'disaster', showing that it didn't go as planned for Trump.
  3. The Trump campaign has given many confusing reasons for the negative events that happened during the rally, and none of them seem to be true.

The Western Press Are Just Printing Straight Up Nazi Propaganda About Middle Easterners Now

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 1792 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Media Middle East Propaganda Racism
  1. Some Western media outlets have been criticized for publishing racist content about Middle Easterners, reminiscent of Nazi propaganda.
  2. The comparison made between Muslim populations and insects by a New York Times columnist sparked controversy and accusations of dehumanization.
  3. The Wall Street Journal faced backlash for articles demonizing Muslim populations, coinciding with Western military actions in Muslim-majority countries.

Q&A: What Would You Do with $43 Million to Fight Racism?

Glenn Loury • 1845 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Film History Racism Entertainment Social Issues
  1. The Center for Antiracist Research raised $43 million with little to show for it in terms of research on racism.
  2. One approach suggested to fight racism with $43 million was to start a center for the rigorous study of race in America with elite scholars and promising grad students.
  3. Another proposed idea was to use the money to fund a movie dramatizing the shift in black political thought in 1966, which would showcase how certain ideas contributed to present-day racial divisions.

What Florida Is (and Isn't) Teaching Students about Slavery

Glenn Loury • 3551 implied HN points • 06 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Education Slavery Criticism History Racism
  1. The Florida Board of Education's guidelines for teaching African American history include lessons on the Underground Railroad, slave rebellions, and the harsh realities of chattel slavery.
  2. The controversy on the Florida curriculum involves a debate between emphasizing victimization or acknowledging the agency of enslaved individuals.
  3. Some researchers argue that recognizing the agency of enslaved blacks does not downplay the inhumane aspects of slavery and can provide a more nuanced understanding of their experiences.

Interstate 35-W and the Murder of George Floyd

The Garden of Forking Paths • 2024 implied HN points • 01 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Urban planning Community Impact Social justice
  1. Interstate 35-W in Minneapolis has a history intertwined with racist urban planning that led to the displacement of Black residents.
  2. The American interstate system, while a marvel of human ingenuity, has a legacy of intentionally segregating communities through practices like redlining and racial covenants.
  3. The tragic murder of George Floyd at the corner of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis is connected to the deliberate engineering of racial injustice along roads like 35-W.

My “cancellation” by a conservative pundit, NPA’s Stop Donating project, & Social Justice at a private school in Oregon

Peter Boghossian • 1218 implied HN points • 04 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social justice Racism
  1. Conservative pundit Matt Walsh attempted to cancel the author, leading to a request for a conversation.
  2. The National Progress Alliance launched the Stop Donating project aimed at universities with free speech issues.
  3. A private school faced social justice issues, with a suggested response highlighting systemic racism and white supremacy.

The Future of Peace (2/4)

The Joyous Struggle • 671 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Peace Conflict Racism Colonialism Denial
  1. The quality of our initial perception of a problem space is crucial. Understanding peace requires moving beyond individual areas and issues to see global interconnections.
  2. Perception, 'whiteness', and denial are key areas of inquiry highlighted when reflecting on complex situations like Gaza. It's important to challenge default ways of viewing the world and moral sensibilities.
  3. The notions of racism, colonialism, and denial play significant roles in how we perceive conflicts like the one in Gaza. Troubling boundaries, acknowledging historical influence, and combating denial are vital for achieving peace.

The Truth Behind Gang Violence

Peter Boghossian • 982 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Gun Violence Community Policy Data
  1. Young men, specifically black Americans, are disproportionately involved in gun violence in the US.
  2. Out-of-wedlock birth rates are a significant factor in contributing to violence, particularly in the black community.
  3. There is a need to address the root causes of rising out-of-wedlock birth rates, which spiked after 1963, to prevent further violence.

Grooming gangs: the rape and pimping of vulnerable girls by men that escaped justice, and the myth that fascists cracked the case

Julie Bindel's podcasts and writing • 904 implied HN points • 05 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Social Issues Media Coverage Ethnicity Sexual Abuse Racism
  1. The grooming gang issue involves the rape and pimping of vulnerable girls by men who often escape justice.
  2. The myth that fascists cracked the grooming gang cases is debunked, as it was survivors, former police, and advocates who exposed the atrocities.
  3. Ethnicity of perpetrators in grooming gangs is relevant, but not in the way racists claim; male violence towards females is the core issue.

The Battle of Bamber Bridge

The Ruffian • 497 implied HN points • 30 Dec 23
💾 History World Politics Military Racism Impact
  1. During World War II, American soldiers faced racial tensions in Britain, leading to a significant incident at Bamber Bridge.
  2. The interaction between black GIs and white Britons during the war had a positive impact on racial attitudes in Britain, reducing prejudice in the long term.
  3. The Battle of Bamber Bridge highlighted the stark differences in racial attitudes between the US and Britain, showcasing the impact of human interaction in challenging prejudice.

Trump's Indictment is Good for America

OLD GOATS with Jonathan Alter • 550 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Corruption Justice Elections Racism Constitution
  1. Trump's indictment is seen as beneficial for American democracy to hold corrupt politicians accountable.
  2. The size of Trump's support may be overestimated, as his fundraising is comparatively low for politics.
  3. The efforts to prosecute Trump are necessary to prevent presidents from being above the law, even if he is acquitted in the end.

Chinese netizens outraged over Apple employee photo

Wenhao’s news blog • 393 implied HN points • 18 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Nationalism Racism Media Technology Discrimination
  1. Chinese netizens accused Apple of discrimination due to a photo of an Asian-looking employee, but it was actually a Native American woman from California.
  2. Online poll results show that a majority found Apple's use of the photo inappropriate, despite the explanation.
  3. There was backlash against Apple in China, amid praise for Huawei, highlighting a contradiction in reactions.