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The Nameless Mountain
There’s this metaphorical mountain that exists in life and it stands nameless. This mountain has not yet had anyone strike a flag into its worthy peak, though countless figures have laboured up its slippery slopes. The two faces of this mountain, while subdivisible into infinite variations, can largely be classified under the two distinctions of Infatuation and Disdain. These slopes are dripping in that oh so human catalyst to losing control called passion. And how miserable it is to sit at the bottom of this mountain, void of meaning and limp. However, the closer you are to the top, the less time it takes to scale a lateral 360 around this mountain, quickly pivoting from the face of Disdain to Infatuation.
By Wencer Spoods11 months ago in The Swamp
Welcome to Canada!
Congratulations! Welcome to Canada! We are so glad that you have decided to make this momentous decision at a point in history when the relationship between our two nations has never been so fraught and awkward. We are beyond pleased that you have chosen us for your next step towards real independence and self-direction. This is a simple guide to show you which steps to follow as you become a part of the fabric of the Great White North.
By Kendall Defoe 11 months ago in The Swamp
Women's Work Hidden by Patriarchy and Capitalism: Honoring Historical Craftsmanship Contributions
We exist in a time when the gender pay gap is expanding. Recent studies indicate that women earn less than men, and the pandemic has exacerbated the pay gap in various nations. This disparity continues because there are fewer women in high-paying leadership roles and because women predominantly work in lower-paying industries. Yet, there are even more subtle and harsh reasons contributing to the gender pay gap. Historically, women’s work has been undervalued, resulting in unequal pay for comparable jobs between genders. Although this practice is gradually decreasing, it still exists.
By Hridya Sharma12 months ago in The Swamp
How Money Affects Sports: Understanding Global Capitalism
As the world changed, the various nations became more interconnected and open to the world market. In its commotion, globalization was crucial to the emergence of a capitalist market. Many people see global capitalism as a free and linked economic system that fosters innovation, eases cross-cultural interactions, generates employment in developing countries, and provides consumers with reasonably priced goods. The popularity of globally renowned sports celebrities, commercial enterprises, and global communication media all had an impact on the 20th century's globalization of modern sport. Through sponsorships, endorsements, and broadcasting, businesses can reach a worldwide consumer base. In this piece, I'll examine how globalization, capitalism, and sports history relate to competitive sports.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in The Swamp
Sticky Fingers, Silent Night!. Content Warning.
“Goddammit’,” Mr. McBride growled with a frown. He brake checked the man in the silver impala who refused to slow down. He glared at the store with the ugly blue awning. A smile curled around his lips, when he thought of the corporate greed he'd be conning.
By L.K. Rolanabout a year ago in The Swamp
Romania’s Democracy Died Today: Vote Until the "Right" Candidate Wins
Romania has outdone itself once again. In a spectacular display of democracy in quotation marks, the Constitutional Court has annulled the first round of presidential elections. Nine million voters? Forget them. Their votes apparently count only if they align with the powers that be. Democracy, you see, is not about expressing the will of the people. No, it’s about expressing the will of the system—on repeat, if necessary, until everyone gets it “right.”
By The INFORMERabout a year ago in The Swamp
Călin Georgescu: Messiah, Puppet, or Convenient Scapegoat?
The fine art of political character assassination. It seems Călin Georgescu has graduated from candidate to caricature in record time. The critique above overflowing with accusations, conjectures, and a pinch of paranoia paints him as everything from his wife’s puppet to a relic of Cold War diplomacy. How delightfully convoluted. Let’s unpack this masterpiece of projection and pot-shots with the sarcasm and wit it so richly deserves.
By The INFORMERabout a year ago in The Swamp
Bashing the bishop. Content Warning.
You might think that the most important elections around the world have already taken place. Not only has former President (number 45) Donald Trump been elected 47th President of the United States of America but, earlier in the year, UK voters ushered in a new majority Labour Government, to replace the many new Conservative governments that had appointed themselves since the previous general election. In the UK we do not elect our heads of state, or our heads of government. The anointed, hereditary monarch (currently King Charles III) is Head of State of the UK and his other dominions. The Prime Minister, who heads the elected executive branch of government, is appointed by the King on the basis of majority support in the UK Parliament's House of Commons. Us poor bloody Brits only get to vote for our local member of Parliament (MP) who will sit in the Commons as our representative. Confused? Not as much as you will be if you continue to read this article. You have been warned.
By Raymond G. Taylorabout a year ago in The Swamp
