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The headline rundown: Modern popular culture topics in the realm of politics, legislation and activism.
“Woke Capitalism” Doesn’t Work for America’s Poor
Once, the Left represented the fight for social justice, striving to dismantle classism and inequity. It was a symbol of unity for the oppressed, the proletariat, and the marginalized, pushing back against the bourgeoisie’s grip on society. However, it appears that the tables have turned; “woke” ideology, once an expression of awareness of social injustice, has transformed into a bourgeois identitarian movement, betraying its foundation.
By Paige Holloway3 years ago in The Swamp
How The 2023 Writers Strike Will Affect Your Favorite Shows.
How the 2023 Writers Strike Will Affect Your Favorite Shows If you are a fan of TV shows like Saturday Night Live, Cobra Kai, or Good Omens, you might be disappointed to learn that they are among the many shows that have been affected by the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike. The strike, which began on May 2, 2023, after months of failed negotiations between the writers union and the major studios, has brought the production of many scripted and unscripted programs to a halt. In this blog post, we will explain what the strike is about, why it matters, and how it will impact the future of television.
By shlok gupta3 years ago in The Swamp
Tucker Carlson Booted from Fox News
In a shocking announcement on Monday, Fox News declared that their prime-time star, Tucker Carlson, was leaving the network immediately. The announcement, made by a Fox News spokesperson, conveyed the network’s gratitude to Carlson for his service as a host and contributor. Carlson’s last day hosting his show was reportedly last Friday.
By Lawrence Lease3 years ago in The Swamp
The Rogue Scribe's Mental Assessment for Firearm Ownership
More shootings this week in the US. Is anyone shocked anymore? In previous posts, I've gone after broken men who clearly need more than just mental and emotional help. I doubt many sane people will disagree on that point.
By The Rogue Scribe3 years ago in The Swamp
The Emirates Council for Fatwa: If Eid coincides with a Friday, the two prayers are performed at their times and in accordance with their two years
The Emirates Council for Fatwa: If Eid coincides with a Friday, the two prayers are performed at their times and in accordance with their two yearsInternational Astronomy Center: Friday, April 21, Eid al-Fitr astronomer
By News Correct3 years ago in The Swamp
Republicans Can't Quit Trump
An alleged philanderer and tax cheat, former President Donald J. Trump, has announced his candidacy for President in 2024. He is the first candidate to do so. He had a smaller-than-usual crowd at his first rally, and his announcement generated an underwhelming show of enthusiasm from his fellow Republicans.
By Robert Bowen3 years ago in The Swamp
The desire for generational wealth vs. Ownership
In The Best Man Holiday, Harper was desperate as he was fired from his job at NYU and his books underperformed. His agent, Stan (John Michael Higgins) critiqued his recent draft to be indigestible to everyone. Stan encourages Harper to write something else like his popular, well-received Unfinished Business book. He tells him to find a way to get Lance (Morris Chestnut) to commit to Harper writing his biography, despite their clash.
By 'Vive Akugha3 years ago in The Swamp
Doing whatever you can//"Learn your lesson, refuel your mind, Before some turkey blows out your flame."-Michael Jackson and the cast of The Wiz
Robyn was always kind but extended that kindness into different areas. Her activism and connection to her African descent are ridiculed by Harper as they argue after their divorce in Shelby and Quentin's apartment. Robyn is upset and disappointed seeing that he filed for Mia's (Blake Aria Hendricks) custody after she brought up wanting to take Mia to Ghana with her. The conversation went like this:
By 'Vive Akugha3 years ago in The Swamp
Different kinds of empowerment.
Jordan did not continue her relationship with Demetrius (Brandon Victor Dixon), who had been pursuing her because he was a huge investor in prisons. She thought this was horrible and worth breaking up with him as she was hesitant to even get with him after he broke her heart in college. She was so smitten by him then and feared getting too close to be hurt by him but eventually let him in before the discovery.
By 'Vive Akugha3 years ago in The Swamp
Are you serious?
In The Best Man Holiday, Quentin(Terrence Howard) says "Well, if they can get the word 'homo' banned, then we should be able to get the word 'nigga' banned. Seriously." as he talks to Candace(Regina Hall) and Julian(Harold Perrineau). This is pretentious and sadly hilarious as he instantly says, "Harp, my nigga! What's up, man? Merry Christmas." to greet Harper (Taye Diggs) approaching him. This is also a sign of obstruction to progress on important things, therefore blocking successes. This disappointment so to speak is noticeable through Julian's expression as well.
By 'Vive Akugha3 years ago in The Swamp
The Best Man: The Final Chapters tackles racial issues.
The Best Man(1999), The Best Man Holiday (2013), and Peacock's The Best Man: The Final Chapters(2022) follow the lives of the college friend group. We see their start and follow their growth till the end spanning several years. This is my third article from the franchise and it's focused on racial issues.
By 'Vive Akugha3 years ago in The Swamp
