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This piece is amazing. https://lnkd.in/e5jvgz6d Read it if you're feeling betrayed. Despairing. Angry. Hopeless. If you're not ready yet but if you're like me--a person who needs to dig deep into the 'why'--I'm reminding myself that psychology underpins politics generally and elections specifically because... human behaviour. In uncertain times, more people vote for their perceived safety/security. Access critical thinking skills less. Are less practised at seeing other or opposing POVs. Turn inwards, leading to more focus on the individual vs community. Not a justification; just some understanding because I want less frustration and bewilderment, and more empathy and groundedness. I'm speaking from a place of clear privilege. I'm speaking from a place of grief..

In a democracy, we accept vigorous debate & the exchange of different ideas, but vigorous debate does not equal toxic language. Learn more in this piece from The Greater Good Science Center on why we all must take renewed responsibility for our rhetoric & #DisagreeBetter https://lnkd.in/gDjmCRkK

In a stunning turn of events, the right-wing political establishment has announced a groundbreaking initiative: adopting truth in politics. In a press conference held at a luxury hotel, surrounded by corporate sponsors and lobbyists, party leaders unveiled their bold new approach to governance. "We've decided to come clean," declared the party spokesperson, sporting a tailored suit and a perfectly coiffed hairstyle. "From now on, we're going to be honest about our priorities: preserving power structures and maximizing profits at all costs." The announcement sent shockwaves through the political landscape, as pundits and commentators struggled to process the implications of such radical transparency. But for many observers, it was simply a confirmation of what they had suspected all along. "We've always known that the right was primarily concerned with maintaining the status quo and serving the interests of the wealthy elite," remarked one political analyst, shaking their head in disbelief. "But to hear them admit it so brazenly is truly astonishing." In a series of televised interviews, right-wing politicians doubled down on their commitment to truth-telling, eagerly confessing to their past misdeeds and Machiavellian tactics. "We've been playing the game of politics for decades, pulling the strings behind the scenes to ensure that the rich get richer and the poor get poorer," admitted one prominent lawmaker, a gleam of satisfaction in their eyes. "But hey, at least we're being honest about it now!" Meanwhile, environmental activists and social justice advocates rejoiced at the prospect of finally holding the right accountable for their destructive policies and callous disregard for human suffering. "It's about time they owned up to their role in perpetuating inequality and exploiting our planet for profit," exclaimed one impassioned activist, waving a banner emblazoned with slogans decrying corporate greed. As the dust settled and the shockwaves subsided, one question lingered in the minds of many observers: Would the right's newfound commitment to truth in politics lead to meaningful change, or was it merely a cynical ploy to salvage their tarnished reputation? Only time would tell, but one thing was certain: In a world where truth is often in short supply, the right's admission of guilt was a welcome—and long overdue—development.

"Kagan’s current thinking revolves around two concepts: “liberal world order” and “intervention.” In case one were tempted to miss it, the word “liberal” is encased in the first and implied in the second. His euphemism for war is intervention in defense of the “liberal world order.” He has co-opted the “l-word” and now employs it more than liberals themselves do. - democracyjournal.org (2015) Now we can see *precisely* the origins of President Hudsucker's naive and thoroughly undergraduate conception of the "rules-based order". In version one, it was cast as the "liberal world order" to appeal to the then in power Democrats. Following Trump 1.0 this was recast to "rules-based order". This was doubtless conceived as a more palatable rallying cry to the chaos of the late-Trump era in version 1.0. Of course, it is a complete fiction. The Biden "rules-based order" is *nothing* of the sort. As Former U.S. Ambassador Chas Freeman has sagely suggested: The "Rule of Law" that founded the United Nations Charter has been replaced with "Rule by Law" which is (essentially) rule by decree. You make up the rules, decide who they apply to, and whether to enforce them. Simultaneously, you tear up the UN Charter, and remove the "nation state" as the essential self-contained unit of international law. You replace this with the assertion that some nation states are not fit to rule themselves because their system does not fit with your desire. You then intervene to change that system. This is a recipe for *endless* conflict and war without purpose. It is war for the sole purpose of imposing the will of those who "Rule by Law". It is bullshit, but seductive bullshit. Large parts of NATO and certainly The Five Eyes have fallen for this crap. Fine. Either we wake up and change our minds, or we die in World War III. Take your pick which outcome you prefer. Take the cyanide of death or take the elixir of prosperity. Your choice. #NoMoreNeconCrapDownUnder

Return2respect.com is asking you to help with the campaign to return respect to our lives by signing our petition. You can read more about us at our webpage, or our Facebook page return2respect. If you believe we need to return to respect, to overcome the isolation and division as well as the hateful language and rhetoric that is becoming more commonplace, please consider adding your name to the list. We want our leaders to lead us in restoring respect and our media to resist the urge to gotcha moments and return to credibility that focuses on facts and truth. https://chng.it/JTNTdnkXhk

In Honor of Remembrance Day: Learning from History “Lest we forget” is not just a reminder to honor the sacrifices of the past, but also to learn from history and prevent its darkest chapters from repeating. Corruption, power struggles, and inequality have too often fueled conflict. So, how can we break this cycle? 1. Education: Teaching the lessons of history helps us avoid past mistakes and build a more informed, empathetic society. 2. Transparency & Accountability: Fair, open systems make it harder for corruption to thrive. We must demand integrity from our leaders and institutions. 3. Empathy: Understanding one another’s struggles fosters unity and peace. Do we have power in the face of those who benefit from the status quo? Yes, we do. Through voting, supporting ethical initiatives, and standing up for justice, we can create change. Let’s also support independent media to hold power accountable and ensure diverse voices are heard. “Lest we forget” should be a call to action—not just remembrance. Together, we can build a future that honors history and fosters peace.

Great conversation this week at The Ink with Eddie Glaude, the Princeton scholar and pundit, covering a whole range of very critical questions and issues. We talked about why this moment of crisis is actually a moment of possibility; about the work ahead for Gen Z — what he calls the “catastrophic generation” — as they look to build a better America and world; about what to make of the current wave of protest; about what we still have to learn from Ella Baker, James Baldwin, and Frederick Douglass; about the advice Glaude gave Biden; about why we have to become better people if we're going to build a better democracy; about his new book, We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For; and much more. https://lnkd.in/ebUa5cTV

Here's a brilliant article explaining the urgent need to maintain good relationships with those we disagree with, work together, and "seek out our opponent's strongest good faith arguments". https://lnkd.in/gEuk-u6C

In this article, the author urges organizations to better understand how racism, bias, and imposter feelings are intertwined. Read on to learn more.