ReThinking Cancelling cancel culture with Loretta Ross
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Feb 4, 2025 Loretta Ross, a public intellectual and activist, dives deep into the complexities of cancel culture. She discusses why shaming often fails to change behavior, advocating for empathy and understanding instead. The conversation explores strategies to engage those entrenched in hate, highlighting the power of personal narratives. Ross shares her transformative journey and critiques the notion of canceling, promoting compassionate dialogues that foster redemption and growth. With a rich background in reproductive justice, she offers fresh perspectives on activism and accountability.
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Reproductive Justice Dispute
- Loretta Ross co-created the reproductive justice framework in 1994.
- A younger activist falsely claimed credit, leading to a public conflict where Ross's reaction backfired.
William Fuller Story
- Ross received a letter from an inmate wanting to change his harmful behavior.
- She visited him, listened to his story, and formed an unexpected connection through shared vulnerability.
Floyd Cochran's Transformation
- Ross, tasked with helping people leave hate groups, met Floyd Cochran, a former Aryan Nations spokesman.
- Cochran's change of heart came when his Nazi associates suggested killing his son due to a birth defect.
