Shorthand explanations often get in the way of deeper understanding. We simplify the always-complex realities of our world in order to make sense of it, but much nuance and context is lost in these simplifications and shorthands. For example, though they say the exact same thing, this headline: Brainwashed brainwashers seeking societal overthrow who worship … Continue reading Context Provides Clarity
Tag: hypocrisy
Don’t Say He Didn’t Warn You
Much is being made of Trump's 2023 Veterans Day social post because he referred to his political and ideological enemies as vermin. That's classic fascism and signature Trump. It is scary to say the least, and just the latest of the innumerable reasons why no one should ever vote for him for anything, least of … Continue reading Don’t Say He Didn’t Warn You
BST: Bumper Sticker Hypocrisy
BST = Bumper Sticker Thoughts. Unquipping quippy quips. Thoughts about actual bumper stickers and thoughts that ought be bumper stickers (or t-shirts, or hats, or whatever). I saw a small, well-used pickup truck with a tailgate plastered with no fewer than eight pro-Trump and anti-Biden bumper stickers. But what caught my eye was the juxtaposition … Continue reading BST: Bumper Sticker Hypocrisy