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Deep Dive with Shawn C. Fettig
After America E8: Hate Thy Neighbor - Othering Democracy to Death
Aug 18, 2024
Explore the alarming rise of 'othering' in American politics, with a focus on anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and the divisive rhetoric of recent years. Discover how historical tactics of racial othering have been used to manipulate public sentiment, from McCarthyism to modern-day politics. The discussion also delves into the implications of demographic shifts and the dangers posed by authoritarian tendencies as the 2024 election approaches. This thought-provoking analysis highlights the urgent need to address societal divides threatening democracy.
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- The rise in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation since the Obergefell decision illustrates the dangerous impact of the othering narrative on democracy.
- Historical patterns of racial othering reveal how fear and coded language have been used to undermine civil liberties and maintain oppression.
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The Rise of the Othering Narrative
The Supreme Court's Obergefell v. Hodges decision in 2015 legalized same-sex marriage, but it coincided with a troubling surge in anti-LGBTQ plus legislation positioned within a broader narrative of othering. This narrative seeks to frame marginalized communities as oppressors and presents a clear us versus them dichotomy. Laws such as Indiana's Religious Freedom Restoration Act and North Carolina's bathroom bill exemplify how this narrative has manifested in state legislation, enabling discrimination against LGBTQ plus individuals under the guise of protecting religious freedoms. These reactions reflect a strategic attempt to consolidate power among those who feel threatened by societal changes in the wake of increased recognition of LGBTQ plus rights.
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