humanity

Humanity topics include pieces on the real lives of politicians, legislators, activists, women in politics and the everyday voter.

"...That Once Perhaps Were Eyes..."
I love venn diagrams, aka Vesica Pisces For example, I was the co-host of a podcast. I ain't shit. These two realities cross over in the magical land of JoRose plays Devils Advocate.
By JoRose9 years ago in The Swamp
Qatar
After Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia, and his efforts to unite Arab countries against the Islamic Republic of Iran, it seems that the consensus which the US was seeking has turned to a failure. The Arab NATO is an imaginative framework to bring together some regional Arab countries against Iran and its stabilizing role in the Islamic World. But for many reasons this platform does not have any authentic integrity.
By M. Z.9 years ago in The Swamp
Ally, Bye!
Calling all Allies of marginalized groups! Calling all allies of marginalized groups! If you say you are an ally, get your ass in here!
By PHILLY THE AFRICANA9 years ago in The Swamp
The Failure of Capitalism
Capitalism, many say, is responsible for the advancement of the human race into a computerized age; where the poor are fed, the masses see an advancement of opportunities, democracy prevails and industries boom. On the other hand, capitalism has been responsible for some of the worst atrocities committed by mankind in the entirety of its history; the slave trade (past and present), genocide of many indigenous groups, the suppression of the proletariat and let's not forget that the rhetoric used to condone The Holocaust was largely based on economics.
By Jack Gardner9 years ago in The Swamp
Philando Castile Recieves No Justice
More people are learning about who Philando Castile the man was following the hurtful news that his murderer would be acquitted of all charges. We now know that he was a cafeteria supervisor who memorized all 500 of his student's food allergies. We know that he's never been incarcerated or in serious problems with the police, and we also know that he had legal documentation to carry a firearm. What is widely unknown however is that between July 2002 and his slaying in 2016 Castile had over 46 traffic stops. NPR reports that out of the 46 stops only 6 offenses were things that could've been noticed from the outside. Castile was being systematically targeted by the police until they finally killed him.
By Wendy E9 years ago in The Swamp
A World of Jacks
Our world, full of technology, has become a world where anyone can find out anything at just the touch of a button, or less. We live in an age where absolutely any information known to the human race can be found, if you're willing to look.
By Effy Shaw9 years ago in The Swamp
Is Western Civilization in Jeopardy?
Contrarian feminist scholar Camille Paglia is an acquired taste. In a short exposé interview with The National, she is described as “an anti-feminist feminist [and] a transgender person critical of some transgender fights.” Here is the video.
By ABC9 years ago in The Swamp
We Are Living In Scary Times!!
Well, here we are. Well into the new millennium. Y2K didn't destroy us all and the second coming has been canceled due to invalidity. But if there is a good and evil it does not seem to discriminate on Party lines. But our incomprehensible Commander and Chief is so ridiculous, is such an awful person and compulsive liar. How is it that the most important job in our country is held by such a man AND we don't get to hold him accountable. All the PROVEN lies and the hate attacks to so many people. There should be a code of ethics and morality and decency that comes with that position. Donald J. Trump is making a mockery of this High Office and has no sympathy for his own people. The other countries are laughing at us because this buffoon was SELECTED into office (not elected). Americans spent a billion dollar on campaign contributions to two Clowns making a fool of themselves in front of the world. We are a laughing stock of the world for the RIDICULOUS display of politics that we have put on. I as an intelligent American am appalled by it and am ashamed for our country and the real heart of America, its people. The worst thing about it for me is that after all they money and the big disgusting circus we had to endure our vote didn't even count! Clinton won by over 3 million votes? What's the point of having an election if the "Electoral College" gets to choose who the President is??? I will bet there are some Americans who don't even know what the Electoral College is. Well here it is in a nutshell...
By Donald Morris9 years ago in The Swamp
"Don't Say a Word"
I am a philanthropist, a humanitarian, a lover of humanity who just hasn't done anything big yet. I believe that human kindness and understanding opens the door to a better world. Life is time that never stops moving until we cease to live, then someone else will live on after us who will take the place that we once took, maybe they will take the next stand following our example not just our words.
By Jordan Sophia Thomas9 years ago in The Swamp
The Wedding Cake Debacle
Let me start right off with this disclaimer: I am a Born Again Christian. It took me until I was 31 to find my life in Jesus, and though I am not currently in a church, I read my Bible every night, and talk to Him throughout the day. I am stone solid in my Bible-based beliefs.
By Jenna Logan9 years ago in The Swamp
Yes, This Is Tone Policing
The logic goes something like this: critiquing the tone of someone’s argument is a tool of oppression. Accusations of “Tone Policing” are designed to limit the scope of a political debate to the content of one’s rhetoric, not its mode of delivery.
By Dan Johnson9 years ago in The Swamp
Black-on-Black Crime Is a Reality
You know, sometimes I have a hard time understanding my fellow Americans. I really don’t understand why some white people believe that black people (as a whole), and Black Lives Matter (as an organization) are fine with black criminals killing each other as well as killing other innocent blacks… but seem to get pissed when the police do it.
By Dre Joseph9 years ago in The Swamp