Left, Right & Center Is ‘cancel culture’ cancelled?
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Feb 14, 2025 A tech employee’s resignation and re-hiring raise questions about the evolving nature of cancel culture. Political hypocrisy shines as both sides grapple with accountability. The discussion also dives into how climate activism can break through conservative barriers, examining past withdrawals from international accords. Moreover, the balance between pressing political issues and lighthearted topics like winter blues offers a refreshing take on the political landscape. The need for inclusive conversations about diversity and environmental practices remains a core theme.
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The Marco Ames Case
- Marco Ames, a DOGE employee, resigned after the Wall Street Journal linked him to racist social media posts.
- Following a Twitter poll by Elon Musk and support from JD Vance, Ames was rehired.
Hypocrisy of Cancel Culture
- Mo Alethe argues that the right wing isn't opposing cancel culture but rather opposing being canceled themselves.
- He points out their engagement in similar behaviors, like doxing students and demanding firings of professors.
Defining Cancel Culture
- Sarah Isgur defines cancel culture as online mobs pressuring employers to fire someone for their speech.
- She distinguishes this from banning books, which she views as illiberal but not cancel culture.
