TRIGGERnometry The End of Woke? - Andrew Doyle
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May 21, 2025 
Andrew Doyle, a Northern Irish playwright and political satirist, dives deep into the challenges posed by woke ideology. He discusses its authoritarian implications, particularly regarding free speech and individual freedoms. The conversation touches on the complexities of gender identity, systemic racism, and the impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives. Doyle critiques the alignment between wokeness and corporate interests while advocating for a return to true liberal values. Expect a thought-provoking exploration of societal change, tradition versus progress, and the cultural landscape.
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Wokeness Is Anti-Liberalism
- Wokeness is a failure of liberalism, not a natural progression of it.
- It represents authoritarianism imposed despite democratic mandates.
Dissent Is Treated As Evil
- Francis Foster experienced a woke mindset conversation shutting down dissent quickly.
- Andrew Doyle observed woke ideology treats dissent as evidence of evil, hindering genuine discourse.
Supreme Court Reverses Woke Misinterpretation
- Four Women in Scotland challenged woke misinterpretations of the Equality Act in court.
- This led to a Supreme Court ruling affirming that women are women, signaling woke's decline.
