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TikTok's 'cute winter boots' trend explained

Taylor Lorenz's Newsletter • 10808 implied HN points • 25 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Censorship Resistance Social media Political speech
  1. The trend of 'cute winter boots' on TikTok actually references political resistance, especially against certain government policies. Users are using this code to talk about serious issues while avoiding censorship.
  2. TikTok users are clever at using coded language to get around filters and alert others about government surveillance. This allows them to share information without detection.
  3. The way users promote 'cute winter boots' shows their focus on reaching a wider audience using popular themes, while also educating on topics like rights and activism.

The Logic of Destruction

Thinking about... • 4105 implied HN points • 02 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Elections Oligarchy Law Rights Resistance
  1. Democracy relies on people working together to protect their rights and dignity. When a few wealthy individuals try to take control, they undermine the whole system.
  2. The current power struggle isn't about improving the government; it's about causing chaos so the rich can gain even more power. They want to weaken influence from ordinary citizens.
  3. People need to stay engaged and take action to protect their country. Speaking up, protesting, and working together is essential to resist destructive forces targeting democracy.

Remocracy

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 17 implied HN points • 15 Jun 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Democracy Dictatorship Social movements Political strategy Resistance
  1. Dictatorships can be weak and can fall if people unite against them. A strong group that believes in freedom can make a big difference.
  2. Nonviolent actions, like protests, can be very effective for change. History shows that resistance usually brings better results than negotiations in tough situations.
  3. To really change things, we need a clear plan and a strong social movement. It's important to address wealth inequality and create a democracy that involves everyone more directly.

It's Not The Responsibility Of The Global South To Bring Down The Empire. It's Ours.

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 2156 implied HN points • 12 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Imperialism Resistance Media Activism Global relations
  1. It's not fair to expect the Global South to fight against powerful empires for us. We need to take responsibility ourselves.
  2. The current empire is strong and won't easily fall just because some resist. Change may take a long time and we have to be patient and realistic.
  3. We have the tools and ability to create awareness and drive change in our own societies. It's important to help others see the need for a better world.

The Counter-Revolution Begins

The Upheaval • 899 implied HN points • 12 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Revolution Elections Management Democracy Resistance
  1. This moment is a critical chance to change the political landscape and challenge current power structures. If this opportunity is missed, it might not come again for a long time.
  2. There's a strong desire for systemic reform and more democratic control over governance. This enthusiasm needs to be organized and directed to make real changes happen.
  3. Focus, organization, and discipline are essential moving forward. The team needs to be well-prepared to take quick action to fight back against entrenched opposition.
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The home project

Men Yell at Me • 648 implied HN points • 04 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Feminism Homeownership Gender Roles Resistance
  1. Many women are stepping into the role of homeowners, challenging traditional views about women's independence. Single women now own more homes than single men, which shows a shift in who controls their living spaces.
  2. Home can be a place of empowerment and resistance. Creating and renovating a home allows people to reshape their environments, making it a sanctuary that reflects their values and identities.
  3. Despite societal pressures to conform to traditional female roles, women are finding strength and safety in their personal space. Making a home their own can help women resist being pushed back into outdated domestic expectations.

Gaza: Where Is Hezbollah?

Kevin’s Newsletter • 589 implied HN points • 02 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Middle East Resistance Conflict Palestine Israel
  1. The Axis of Resistance, led by Hezbollah and others, is monitoring the situation in Gaza closely.
  2. Hezbollah is maintaining its presence and readiness on the Lebanese border, influencing and supporting the Palestinian Resistance in Gaza.
  3. Hezbollah's ultimate goal is the liberation of Palestine, and decisions are strategically planned to achieve this in the most effective way.

Meet Black Patriots Fighting for Independence (their own)

Non-Boring History • 314 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
💾 History American Revolution Resistance Survival Independence
  1. Enslaved African Americans had complex allegiances during the American Revolution, supporting the British for various reasons.
  2. The British offered enslaved people opportunities during the War of Independence, but the reality of slavery persisted even after gestures of freedom.
  3. Enslaved people formed their own communities in the swamps to resist slavery, facing challenges for their independence and eventually being brought down by authorities.

Occupied Melilla, Occupied Palestine

Kevin’s Newsletter • 373 implied HN points • 24 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Colonialism Conflict Occupation Resistance Unity
  1. The difference between peaceful Melilla and blood-soaked Palestine is stark due to varying attitudes towards occupation and the treatment of locals.
  2. Spain's relatively reasonable and humane approach to their occupation of Melilla contrasts with the fanatical and dehumanizing actions of the Zionists in Palestine.
  3. Generosity and recognition of the humanity of others in Melilla, including facilitating trade and granting citizenship, contribute to a more harmonious coexistence compared to the violence and oppression in Palestine.

Ninety Years After the Reichstag Was Set On Fire

The Planet • 373 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
💾 History WWII Dictatorship Resistance
  1. History serves as a reminder of the dangers of fascism and the importance of resisting injustice.
  2. Individuals who stand up against oppression inspire others and highlight the power of activism.
  3. The burning of the Reichstag 90 years ago paved the way for the Nazi dictatorship, showcasing the manipulation of tragedies for political gain.

Honoring Traute Lafrenz (1919-2023): A Reminder to Stand Up Against Oppression

The Planet • 373 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics Resistance Human Rights Authoritarian Regimes Oppression
  1. The White Rose resistance movement fought against the Nazi regime with courage and non-violent resistance.
  2. Standing up for justice and human rights is essential, even in the face of extreme violence and repression.
  3. Traute Lafrenz's life after the Nazi regime shows the power of individual action in the fight against oppression.

Our Civilizational Trajectory and the Dangers of a Single Story

Pluriversal Planet • 216 implied HN points • 30 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Colonialism Hegemony Resistance Narratives Globalism
  1. The unfolding tragedy of Gaza reveals the interconnectedness of our past, present, and future civilizations.
  2. Colonialism manifests through genocide, ecocide, and epistemicide, supported by neoliberal capitalism.
  3. Emergent narratives from voices suppressed by the hegemony offer seeds of hope for a pluriversal future beyond homogeneity.

Genre Grapevine on Machine Learning’s Problem with Bad Stories and Bad Intentions

Genre Grapevine • 176 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Artificial Intelligence Creativity Resistance Machine Learning
  1. Bad stories can inspire writers to improve their own writing by learning from the mistakes of others.
  2. Artists and writers have pushed back against AI dominance by engaging in strikes and filing lawsuits to protect their work from being used without permission.
  3. Machine learning programs face challenges in creating truly innovative and original art, as they often get stuck in a cycle of reproducing popular styles and lacking true imagination.

Top Links 378 Biden & the oil industry, from guns to butter, shrinking Korea, Pax Economica & bitcoin's mad power consumption

Chartbook • 371 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Japan Resistance Communist Party Art
  1. The post discusses various topics including Biden's relationship with the oil industry, the concept of 'guns versus butter', the shrinking of Korea, Pax Economica, and the energy consumption of Bitcoin.
  2. There is a mention of resistance art in Japan, particularly focusing on the country's opposition to American influence after 1945 and the presence of a large Communist Party.
  3. The post is intended for paid subscribers, offering additional insights and content beyond what is available to the general audience.

Engineering Management: Dealing with the Broken Window effect, understanding Resistance and Objections to Quality

🔮 Crafting Tech Teams • 79 implied HN points • 14 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Engineering Management Technical Debt Change Management Resistance
  1. The bar for quality is defined by influential leaders and can evolve over time based on business needs.
  2. Stakeholders may request changes to either increase or decrease quality based on signals like bugs, morale, and process burden.
  3. Resistance should be considered when changes to quality are ignored to avoid negative impacts.

On the shitfication of cities

The Leftovers • 219 implied HN points • 05 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Urbanism Capitalism Gentrification Resistance
  1. The city is constantly evolving and being impacted by the dynamics of capitalism.
  2. Urban capital accumulation leads to the homogenization of city spaces, diminishing social opportunities and diversity.
  3. A solution to combat the negative impacts of capitalism on cities is through collective efforts to re-socialize spaces and address urban alienation.

Prigozhin's March on Moscow

Thinking about... • 412 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics War Propaganda Regime Fascism Resistance
  1. Putin is not as popular as assumed, with signs of apathy and readiness for a new exploitative regime among Russians.
  2. Prigozhin posed a threat to Putin by leveraging similar tactics and assets, showcasing the extractive nature of the Russian state.
  3. Prigozhin's mutiny exposed truths about the war, shedding light on the internal divisions and potential future power struggles within Russia.

The Great Big Nothingburger Reset

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 98 implied HN points • 11 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Global Crisis Tyranny Propaganda Resistance Great Reset
  1. Being hypervigilant and expecting extreme crises may make us miss subtle, gradual tactics that could be used against us.
  2. The strategy of the opposition may shift from one big event to a series of smaller, ongoing crises to wear down resistance.
  3. To combat the potential 'Nothingburger Reset,' we must stay prepared for the unexpected, build resilience, and be vigilant against deception.

Venezuela and Iran sign 20-year cooperation plan, Maduro pledges joint 'anti-imperialist struggle'

Geopolitical Economy Report • 259 implied HN points • 12 Jun 22
🌍 World Politics Diplomacy Alliances Sanctions Resistance Geopolitics
  1. Venezuela and Iran signed a 20-year cooperation agreement focusing on energy, technology, and trade, emphasizing an 'anti-imperialist struggle.'
  2. The agreement covers various sectors like science, technology, agriculture, oil and gas, petrochemicals, tourism, and culture.
  3. This pact showcases a trend of South-South cooperation against Western imperialism, with Iran and Venezuela facing common challenges like unilateral US sanctions.

War Games

The Weekly Gazette • 37 HN points • 11 Jul 24
💾 History World War Holocaust Resistance Technology Ethics
  1. René Carmille, a French engineer, secretly sabotaged Nazi efforts to track and deport Jews by slowing down census data collection. This helped save many lives during the Holocaust.
  2. Carmille cleverly used his knowledge of technology to delay the census and even altered data to protect Jewish citizens. He is often called the first ethical hacker for his actions.
  3. Despite the risks, including imprisonment and torture, Carmille's efforts contributed to fewer Jews being deported in France compared to other countries occupied by the Nazis, showcasing the impact of individual resistance.

Call for Writing: Models for Making Distance.

Cybernetic Forests • 59 implied HN points • 27 Sep 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Activism Resistance AI
  1. The call for writing is about seeking contributions for a print zine called Models for Making Distance.
  2. Contributions could include manifestos, art instructions, performances, literary works, and propaganda that explore distancing from algorithmic order.
  3. The project is organized by the Algorithmic Resistance Research Group, a collective focused on critical exploration and creative resistance to algorithmic culture.

Latin American socialists unite with Axis of Resistance against Western imperialism

Geopolitical Economy Report • 239 implied HN points • 17 Aug 21
🌍 World Politics Latin America Anti-Imperialism Resistance Alliance
  1. Latin American socialist governments are forming alliances with anti-imperialist forces in West Asia to resist Western aggression and exploitation.
  2. The alliance between Latin America and West Asia challenges the dominant global political and economic order controlled by the United States and its allies.
  3. Collaboration between Latin American countries and Iran, as part of the Axis of Resistance, showcases a model of South-South integration to counter Western imperial hegemony.

Communication in the Presence of Noise

Cybernetic Forests • 39 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
🎶 Music Experimental AI Critique Resistance
  1. The new album "Communication in the Presence of Noise" by The Organizing Committee is a blend of AI experimentation and antifascist critique in music.
  2. The project aims to start conversations about AI early, challenging the perception of music created by machines as opposed to humans.
  3. The Organizing Committee's music serves as a form of resistance against unregulated technological optimism, applying critical data studies to subvert computational ideologies.

Are You Doing Your Part?

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 59 implied HN points • 21 Nov 22
🌍 World Politics Resistance
  1. To fight The Great Reset, we must be brave, selfless, and strong.
  2. Being brave means speaking the truth even when unpopular, as truth weakens evil.
  3. Being selfless involves giving up comforts for the greater good, like volunteering time or skills.
  4. Being strong requires physical fitness, as a potentially challenging future may require survival skills.
  5. Facing The Great Reset is a collective effort that demands these three traits from individuals.

A Postcard From The Far Side of Despair.

Trying to Understand the World • 9 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
📖 Philosophy Existentialism Action Hope Resistance
  1. People have given up hope for a better future and are engulfed in a sense of despair and disillusionment.
  2. Facing situations without hope doesn't always lead to despair; learning from real-life examples of resilience is crucial.
  3. In times of crisis and hopelessness, focus on practical actions within your control and act with kindness and understanding.

A Village in the Third Reich

Apposition • 0 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
💾 History World War II Nazism Everyday life Resistance Atrocities
  1. The book provides a unique perspective on history by focusing on the everyday struggles of people in a German village during the Second World War.
  2. The village of Oberstdorf transformed from a traditional, insular community to a resort town in the 1920s, facing challenges like economic collapse and Nazi influence.
  3. The book highlights how ordinary people navigated difficult decisions, adversity, and moral dilemmas during a time of war and the rise of the Nazi regime.