TRIGGERnometry Communist Spies in Hollywood? - Michael Malice
Jan 17, 2024
Michael Malice, a Ukrainian-American anarchist and author, delves into the fascinating historical role of communists in U.S. espionage during the Cold War. He contrasts the genuine fears of foreign influence with the paranoia of witch hunts. The discussion moves from humorous reflections on McCarthyism to a serious examination of language, power, and identity politics. Malice critiques the commercialization of identity politics while exploring societal shifts beyond peak wokeness and the complexities surrounding gender identity and activism.
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Earning Race
- A black student challenged Rachel Dolezal's racial identity, claiming she hadn't "earned" it.
- This highlights a view that race is not immutable, but earned through suffering.
Language as Manipulation
- Some people don't use language to communicate, but rather to manipulate for power and status.
- Understanding this dynamic helps to avoid frustration in discussions.
Roseanne Barr's Comeback
- Roseanne Barr, once "canceled", is now back on Twitter with a successful podcast and advertisers.
- This demonstrates the decline of "peak woke" and cancel culture's waning power.
