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X @Nick Szabo
Nick Szabo· 2025-10-23 07:02
RT Aysha (@AyshaSusmaz)People blame Netanyahu. But he didn’t create a society that celebrates massacres, steals land, and dehumanizes Palestinians. Israeli society is the problem. And until lsraelis are de-radicalised, no leader, right or “left”, will stop the bloodshed. ...
Separating Art From The Artist | Ritvik Tadwalkar | TEDxNPSIS Singapore Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-13 15:17
Main Argument - The core issue is the "obfuscation of the individual," where people are dehumanized and reduced to labels, numbers, or generalizations [3] - This dehumanization enables harmful actions, as seen in both separating art from the artist and the banality of evil [3] - The continuum paradox highlights that even small individual actions contribute to larger systems and have significant cumulative effects [1] Ethical Considerations - Separating art from the artist involves choosing to focus solely on the work and ignoring the artist's problematic behavior [1] - The industry questions the morality of supporting artists with questionable actions, debating whether consumption equates to endorsement [1] - The industry acknowledges the difficulty in drawing a definitive line between acceptable and unacceptable behavior [1] Historical and Social Context - The text draws a parallel between separating art from the artist and Hannah Arendt's concept of the banality of evil, illustrating how thoughtlessness and a lack of perspective can lead to complicity in harmful systems [2] - The example of Adolf Eichmann is used to demonstrate how individuals can participate in atrocities by simply following orders without considering the broader consequences [1][2] - The text emphasizes that dehumanization remains a chief enabler of ethnic cleansing, targeted violence, and unprovoked genocide [3] Call to Action - The industry should reject apathy and recognize that individual actions can contribute to change [3] - The industry needs to take responsibility and act to create a better future [4]
X @The Economist
The Economist· 2025-10-10 15:40
“Countering hate speech is not about criminalising offensive opinions but about openly challenging the narratives that dehumanise entire communities,” writes the former GCHQ director in a guest essay https://t.co/TWFZJvREar ...
X @Elon Musk
Elon Musk· 2025-09-12 13:32
RT Vigilant Fox 🦊 (@VigilantFox)NOW: Journalist Michael Shellenberger just dropped the hammer...and said what the media will NEVER admit about Charlie Kirk’s assassination.This isn’t about one deranged shooter.This is about an ENTIRE malignant culture that made political violence inevitable.Now @shellenberger says it’s time for those responsible to be held accountable.“Look, I think it’s not likely to happen but the people that did this dehumanization need to take responsibility for it.”“I don’t think that ...
Whistleblower: 10-year-old Palestinian boy ‘gunned down’ after receiving food aid
MSNBC· 2025-08-03 16:27
Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza - The report highlights a dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, with widespread starvation and suffering among the civilian population [5] - The report indicates that nearly 1,400 Palestinians have been killed while seeking food, and 859 were killed near aid sites run by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) [1] - The report emphasizes the immediate need for aid to address the starvation and desperation of the population [6] - The report suggests that the current aid delivery mechanism is inadequate, lacking essential supplies like water, medicine, and hygiene products, contributing to the crisis [37] - The report warns of a potential humanitarian catastrophe in northern Gaza, with the expectation of witnessing unprecedented human suffering when aid finally reaches the isolated population [33] Concerns Regarding Aid Distribution - The report raises concerns about the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), describing it as a controversial organization backed by the US and Israel [1] - Humanitarian groups like Doctors Without Borders and Amnesty International have criticized the GHF as illegitimate and inhumane [2] - The report alleges that the GHF lacks the capacity, education, and skills to effectively deliver humanitarian aid [40] - The report questions the GHF's funding and describes it as a shadowy organization led by profiteers and finance managers, suggesting a focus on profit over humanitarian assistance [41] Allegations of Misconduct and War Crimes - The report presents firsthand accounts of alleged atrocities committed at GHF aid sites, including the shooting of unarmed, starving Palestinians by the Israeli army [2][3] - The report describes the use of tear gas, pepper spray, and stun grenades to control crowds at aid sites, leading to panic and potential harm to civilians [16] - The report suggests that the placement of aid sites in the middle of combat zones by the GHF puts both civilians and the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) at risk [30] - The report questions the rules of engagement and standard operating procedures for security contractors in Gaza, highlighting the lack of clear guidelines for dealing with a large civilian population [7][8] - The report raises the possibility of war crimes, suggesting that the dehumanization of the population and the lack of strong leadership contribute to the mistreatment of civilians [27][28] Recommendations - The report recommends reinstating the United Nations (UN) to lead humanitarian efforts in Gaza, citing its experience and established infrastructure [36][41] - The report advocates for increased support for the UN's efforts, emphasizing its effectiveness in delivering aid and providing essential services [36] - The report calls for the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) to be removed from its role in aid distribution [41] - The report urges the US to re-evaluate its involvement in the situation and to uphold American values by ensuring that humanitarian assistance is delivered effectively and ethically [27]
American dystopia: The cruel spectacle of Trump’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
MSNBC· 2025-07-05 20:25
Welcome to the new American dystopia where alligators are cops and humans are treated like animals. This might sound like an allegory dreamed up by George Orwell for my Veland book club, but it's not. This was a real tweet posted on the official White House Twitter page.AI alligators sporting ice hats and a man assumed to be Donald Trump standing behind them. Alligator Alcatraz, make America safe again. Deep in the swamplands of Florida, far from civilization, is a virtually abandoned 39 square mile airfiel ...
Why do we choose one cause over another? | Annabelle Woghiren | TEDxBrighton
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-02 16:38
[Music] [Applause] As I stand on this stage, give me one moment of your time. Take five seconds in your head and list the top three causes which seem the most urgent to you. The ones that feel the most pressing, the most immediate.Have you listed them. Good. Was racial justice on the list for you.What about climate justice or gender justice. And to that I acknowledge how important it is to recognize that there are social issues. There is oppression which needs to be addressed urgently.But I also recognize t ...