![]() ![]() They fail to recognize the mental blocks at work in the minds of some of our political opponents. They’re convinced that a more nuanced approach to presenting our views will cause an ideological renaissance in America. Many of our political allies refuse to read the writing on the wall. Donald Trump’s campaign is, in some ways, fueled by the conservative rejection of the safe space, trigger warning society. Not calling someone a n*gger is the new political correctness. Whether we admit it or not the right-wing has masterfully redefined the rules of political engagement. ![]() I believe It’s better to have brash political opponents than meek political allies. Maybe we should modify the old adage: I’d rather have smart enemies than stupid allies. We have very privileged children joining our ranks who’ve never learned how to fight. If safe spaces are defined as areas where the dignity of every person is affirmed, and any attempt to diminish that dignity is rejected then, of course, I’m for safe spaces, but let’s not fool ourselves: safe spaces and trigger warnings weren’t deemed necessary until kids named Hunter, Madeline, Reilly, Emma, and Colin were confronted by aspects of life that made them feel uncomfortable. As a society, we should make every effort to protect people from emotional and physical abuse I do, however, reject the notion that people need to be protected from ideas- especially ideas that should be confronted. I’m not advocating we return to a pre-modern world where machismo and brute force determine outcomes. Just for the record, I believe that in a free society everyone’s safety should be a priority. Progressives need to end the safe spaces and trigger warnings cult before it ends us. Too many of our young allies are being stripped of the opportunity to develop a thick skin. I genuinely care about people, but I won’t consider anyone’s feelings as I make my way through what I see as the potential weakening of the progressive movement. This isn’t a provocation or click bait I’m not concerned with hits, likes, comments, or shares. Mal-use of safe spaces can be a boat anchorĭisclaimer: If you’re easily offended, or try to avoid controversial subject matter please stop reading. ![]()
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