When a film strikes you as profound years after you first experience it, it is rare. Yet, that is precisely what happened when I recently rewatched District 9, the 2009 science fiction thriller directed by Neill Blomkamp. The last time I saw it, I was a preteen, and much of the deeper commentary flew overContinue reading “The Brilliance of District 9: A Deep Dive into Its Layers of Social Commentary”
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The Anti-Trans Machine: Who’s Funding the Hate?
Anti-trans legislation has surged, fueled by well-funded conservative groups. These coordinated efforts aim to roll back protections for transgender individuals, highlighting the need for vigilance and advocacy to safeguard LGBTQ rights.
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”