Category: Politics

  • Living in Post-History

    After 9/11, pundits declared irony dead. Now, it feels like history itself is under attack. Trump and his billionaire allies dismantle institutions while the media treats it as politics as usual. His supporters and critics alike react as if every blunder is part of a master plan. But in the trenches, away from ivory towers,… — read more

  • Your tired, your poor …

    I attended a training for immigrants on handling encounters with ICE, surrounded by over 100 people, with an overflow room watching via video feed. Later, watching Mo on Netflix reinforced the brutality of detention. History reminds us that American citizens, too, have been targeted in mass deportations. White supremacy thrives on fear, perpetuating cruelty. I… — read more

  • Why I Don’t Hate My Enemies

    I don’t have enemies anymore. Hatred, to me, means dedicating time and energy to destroying someone—something I’ve chosen to leave behind. Instead, I’ve learned the value of relationships, good manners, and practical goals in resolving conflict. While I may disagree with others, I respect their right to think and feel differently. In a polarized world,… — read more