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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.

Guest post: The Global IQ Debate: A Modest Contribution From A Resident African

Wood From Eden • 9312 implied HN points • 08 Feb 25
🎭️ Culture Intelligence Society Education Identity Racism
  1. Living in a society with a low average IQ can shape people's abilities and social structures differently than in higher IQ societies. Even with low IQ scores, many can still function well in their communities, often adapting culturally.
  2. Education systems may favor rote learning over creativity, so high IQ individuals might struggle in these environments. The focus is often on memorization rather than understanding concepts, leading to discrepancies between IQ and academic performance.
  3. Cultural values and personality traits can impact societal progress. In places where tribal or religious affiliations dominate, collective efforts toward improvement can be hindered by corruption and a lack of scientific reasoning.

Gold, volk and IQs

Global Inequality and More 3.0 • 2551 implied HN points • 03 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Inequality Neoliberalism Racism Populism Intellectualism
  1. Hayek's later ideas strayed from classical liberalism and opened doors for distorted interpretations of his work. This led to a rise in beliefs that emphasize race and ethnicity over universal principles.
  2. The alt-Right's claims about intelligence and ethnic success are flawed. They ignore historical and structural factors that contribute to economic achievement and focus too much on innate differences.
  3. Many contemporary thinkers are more about making money than sharing true intellectual ideas. They profit from promoting unrealistic views rather than pursuing genuine understanding and solutions.

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.

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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What’s Really Wrong With Anti-Immigrants

Bet On It • 322 implied HN points • 17 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration Racism Xenophobia Nationalism
  1. A lot of anti-immigration feelings come from xenophobia, which is a fear or dislike of foreigners. Many people seem to think negatively about immigrants without clear reasons.
  2. Another factor in anti-immigrant sentiment is misanthropy, or a general dislike of humanity. Some people view most humans as not worth having around, which colors their views on immigrants.
  3. Racism plays a smaller role than often believed. Many anti-immigrants don’t express clear racial biases, and their opposition is more about a negative view of people in general than about race.

DOGE and the Backlash to the Backlash

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1335 implied HN points • 11 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political culture Social media Public Figures Racism Government Ethics
  1. Elon Musk's DOGE initiative brought back a staffer who resigned after making racist posts online. This decision was based on a poll where most respondents agreed with his reinstatement.
  2. The backlash against 'woke culture' is linked to reactions against public figures losing their jobs over offensive past statements. Many incidents involved celebrities and public figures being fired for things they said or did online.
  3. As younger people in the DOGE initiative are heavily active online, more controversial past comments may emerge. This raises concerns about the kinds of people joining government positions and their influence.

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.

How Black women gave me empathy for young men

Sex and the State • 18 implied HN points • 19 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gender Issues Racism Empathy Social justice Political Discourse
  1. Listening to Black women is essential for understanding complex social issues. They provide unique insights that can help broaden perspectives.
  2. There is a need to empathize with young men and learn about their struggles. Ignoring their voices can lead to misunderstanding their experiences.
  3. Tone matters in discussions about sensitive topics. It's important to focus on understanding others rather than getting defensive about their expressions of frustration.

Britain is institutionally 'anti-racist'

Wrong Side of History • 479 implied HN points • 17 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Justice Power Morality Policy
  1. Having leaders who share the same values as their people is important for stability. When leaders and citizens have different beliefs, it can create disconnect and distrust.
  2. Some recent cases of sexual abuse show troubling behaviors among those in power. It seems like their priorities are misplaced, focusing on irrelevant factors instead of justice.
  3. There are concerns about how victims are treated based on race. This reflects a serious issue in the justice system where it seems some victims are not given fair treatment.

Dude, where's my bigot?

Situation Normal • 109 implied HN points • 02 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Discrimination Aging Hollywood Society
  1. People can often bring personal complaints and biases into casual conversations. It's surprising how quickly a simple chat can turn into a discussion about racism and discrimination.
  2. Maintaining professionalism can be challenging when faced with someone's offensive views. Sometimes, it's better to politely disengage than to confront someone who's unlikely to listen.
  3. Humor and absurdity can be found in daily life, even in uncomfortable situations. Finding ways to cope with odd interactions can help you deal with them better.

A MAGA Attack on a Trump Nominee—and the Problem with the Woke Right

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 927 implied HN points • 30 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration National Identity Political Ideologies Racism
  1. There's a split in the MAGA movement over immigration, especially regarding skilled workers and H-1B visas. Some believe they help the economy, while others see them as a threat to American jobs.
  2. The controversy over Sriram Krishnan's nomination highlights issues of race and identity within this debate. Many critiques against him seem to stem from racism towards immigrants of color.
  3. The debate reflects a larger question for the right: Do they want a country that values equal opportunity for everyone, or one that favors certain groups while pushing others out?

Liberals Warned Me About MAGA’s Racism. I Didn’t Believe Them—Until Now.

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 709 implied HN points • 31 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Immigration Political Movements Identity politics Social Commentary
  1. The author reflects on their past disbelief regarding claims of racism in MAGA, admitting they were initially skeptical of these warnings.
  2. An experience during high school made the author realize the implications of political shifts on racial tension and identity.
  3. Seeing recent hateful comments about India and its people has opened the author's eyes to the real racism that exists, highlighting a disturbing trend in public discourse.

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.

Defeat Racism by Heightening the Contradictions

Richard Hanania's Newsletter • 3706 implied HN points • 17 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Nationalism Far-right Identity politics Social Issues
  1. There are two types of people in white nationalist groups: some are smarter and focus on ideas, while others are just angry and uneducated. This creates a conflict in their beliefs.
  2. A lot of the smart people might avoid extremist groups because they don’t want to associate with those who have more basic racist views. They care about progress and quality.
  3. Talking about these contradictions can help people see that there are better ideas out there. Engaging with their views might not win over everyone, but it can show some there's no future in extreme identity politics.

“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.

Why racism is a stupid and incoherent concept that you should not worry about and that Western society must sooner or later discard

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 165 implied HN points • 02 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Migration Public Discourse
  1. Racism is seen as a confusing idea that doesn't make sense. Many people believe it should be left behind by society.
  2. There is a concern that talking honestly about people's behaviors can lead to accusations of racism. It suggests that discussing issues like mass migration can be a sensitive topic.
  3. Some argue that viewing all humans as the same overlooks important differences. They believe that understanding these differences is crucial for rational discussions.

"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.

Arab tourist in Berlin provokes outrage by firing a rocket through a child's bedroom window on New Year's Eve, later complains to the press that he is a victim of German racism

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 299 implied HN points • 05 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Migration Public Safety Crime Media
  1. A tourist in Berlin caused a lot of trouble by shooting fireworks into a child's bedroom on New Year's Eve. This act resulted in a huge backlash from the community.
  2. The tourist, later identified as Atallah Younes, didn't seem to know the risks involved and was shocked by the angry reactions on social media.
  3. Younes was arrested at the airport on charges related to the incident, highlighting the serious consequences of his actions that night.

In latest effort to deny reality, leftist German word police announce that a standard colloquialism for 'ethnic German' is racist, exclusionary and antidemocratic

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 224 implied HN points • 13 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Cultural critique Racism Political Discourse Identity politics
  1. In Germany, there's a group that decides every year on a word they find unacceptable, calling it the 'Unword of the Year.' This word is often seen as politically incorrect.
  2. The latest 'Unword' chosen is 'biodeutsch,' which means ethnic German. This term is now said to be racist, even though it was originally used to highlight distinctions in identity.
  3. 'Unwords' aim to create awareness about harmful language, but critics argue it actually limits free speech and the ability to discuss cultural identities openly.

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

DEI, Is Trump's New Code For Spic, Whore, Nigger & Fag!

C.O.P. Central Organizing Principle. • 30 implied HN points • 01 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Commentary Social Issues Civil Rights Government Policies Racism
  1. There's a belief that the terms 'DEI' may be used to covertly express racist and sexist ideas, suggesting they're more about exclusion than inclusion. This implies that these words could hide harmful attitudes.
  2. Some argue that actions taken by figures like Musk and Trump are damaging the diversity in government jobs and that this could lead to serious legal challenges for discrimination. This raises concerns about fairness in hiring based on factors like race and gender.
  3. There’s a sentiment that the right-wing is intentionally undermining government functionality to push a political agenda. This could create a backlash where people hold leaders accountable for these perceived failures.

AI Progress, Racism and the Election, Trump Picks, and More

Richard Hanania's Newsletter • 1267 implied HN points • 30 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Populism Racism Cultural criticism
  1. Ecuador is facing serious gang violence that is affecting its stability. The situation is so bad that the government may need to act more like it's in wartime to regain control.
  2. Polling methods can vary in accuracy. Asking who neighbors plan to vote for might give better predictions, though it's been hit or miss in the past.
  3. Populism can have its benefits in certain situations, like in Argentina, but often it leads to anti-liberal and statist policies. It's important to see the good and the bad aspects of populism.

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.

The Great MAGA Immigration Meltdown

Unpopular Front • 93 implied HN points • 29 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration Economic Policy Nationalism Racism
  1. The H-1B visa program ties workers to their jobs, making it hard for them to leave and seek better opportunities, which some compare to indentured servitude.
  2. The current debate about immigration among Trump supporters isn't just about policy; it's linked to deeper beliefs about race and who should get priority in the workforce.
  3. There are two contrasting views on how to approach immigration: one sees it as a way to foster fair economic competition and freedom, while the other focuses on grabbing a select group of skilled workers based on racialized criteria.

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.

Elon Musk May Have Just Revealed the Real Reason For His UK Sexual Violence Lies

Proof • 53 implied HN points • 09 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social Issues Public Discourse Media influence Racism
  1. Elon Musk made false claims about the demographics behind sexual violence in the UK, attributing it to Pakistanis, which many view as racist.
  2. Official government and media sources indicate that much of the gang-related sexual violence in the UK involves predominantly white individuals.
  3. These misleading statements from Musk not only contribute to harmful stereotypes but also distract from the actual data and reality of the situation.

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.

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.

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 Xenophobia 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.