I Have No Enemies: A Reflection on Radical Empathy and Compassion

“I have no enemies.” This quote from Vinland Saga echoed through my mind recently when I stumbled upon it in a video by Brittany Simon. Brittany used it to reflect on how many so-called progressives, especially progressive men, harbor vitriol and hatred toward those they consider their enemies. It struck a chord with me because,Continue reading “I Have No Enemies: A Reflection on Radical Empathy and Compassion”

Anti-science rhetoric and dehumanization – A dangerous combo

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/sesame-place-employee-assaulted-face-mask-punch/ A teen at Sesame Place who reminded a couple of the park’s mask policy was punched in the face by a man. This is a horrible story, and should not have happened. It is not the teen’s fault for creating the pandemic. It is not the teen’s fault for creating the mask policy. AllContinue reading “Anti-science rhetoric and dehumanization – A dangerous combo”

Dehumanization – Very Dangerous Rhetoric

Dr. Fauci and his family have been receiving death threats from people who adamantly believe they are responsible for COVID-19. Fauci is the lead scientist for COVID-19 relief efforts. Since the beginning of COVID-19 cases in America, Trump and his base have been dehumanizing Fauci, Asians, government officials, the media, and scientists, blaming them forContinue reading “Dehumanization – Very Dangerous Rhetoric”