controversies
It seems every time one racially-charged incident ends, a gender or religious controversy takes its place; Ruminate on the issues dividing our nation and world.
The (Not So) Strange Fruit of America’s Modern-Day Lynching
There’s no way of properly documenting the number of lynchings of black people throughout American history. The deaths of many of these citizens occurred while they were counted property or as free men throughout the 20th century. While racial tensions boiled over in the southern United States, the hangings of black Americans was a national epidemic that poisoned all areas of the Red, White, and Blue.
By Erika Marie8 years ago in The Swamp
The Mass Shootings
This world is becoming a sad state of affairs. I just don’t seem to understand what is going on, especially with all of the recent mass shootings that have taken place of late. The most recent took place on a Sunday night in Las Vegas, and quite a number of people have died. One of the people killed was a young girl that started working for the sports team the Los Angeles Kings of the National Hockey League. Other teams felt the effect the first week of the NHL season where there were moments of silence, even for one broadcaster who died in an unrelated manner. Every time this comes up, people want change in the ways guns are managed, but before I get into that argument, let's talk about our past history for a bit.
By Jared Rimer8 years ago in The Swamp
Why Isn't Africa Growing?
A few months back when I heard about the genocide in South Africa, I was furious. Now I truly don't know much about African countries, but I didn't understand why a country and their government would be okay with openly condoning genocide. I've never known much outside of the stereotypes and hungry children commercials, but this has made me question a lot. Why is it that African countries aren't succeeding? Well, I decided it was time to for me to do a little research. Today, I am going to discuss how education, HIV, and government corruption are holding African countries back.
By General Noob8 years ago in The Swamp
Swimming In Homophobia: "Anthony Fisher" Episode
When I was younger, I liked going to church. I liked the idea of trusting in something greater, something that watches every step we make, lets us do our mistakes but forgives us if we show redemption. I don't think I ever was a true believer, but there was something that drove me to mass, every Sunday. The priest of my community is what drove me away from it.
By Francesco Masala8 years ago in The Swamp
Taking on the Tone Police
Every now and then a prominent Black celebrity will be banned from Twitter or some other platform for saying something incendiary about white privilege. In the wake of such, my liberal friends often speak up, proclaiming "I can't support hate, on any side, in any form;" or "it is never okay to stereotype an entire race;" or even "they can't expect to be taken seriously when they act like that."
By Haybitch Abersnatchy8 years ago in The Swamp
SNAP Recipients
I am a single mother of a two year old boy that lives with other close family members. Every month we struggle to pay bills because I am the only one that is physically able to go to work. Because of this situation my family receives SNAP: supplemental nutrition assistance program, also known as food stamps.
By Chelsea Kay8 years ago in The Swamp
Cultural Appropriation Costumes. Top Story - October 2017.
Let's start this article with a caveat. I am a White, cisgender female. I experience a great deal of privilege. I also do not have children, so when a friend of mine posted a Facebook status talking about whether or not it was racist to allow her daughter to dress up as Moana for Halloween, I had to take a step back.
By Tarin Campanella8 years ago in The Swamp
Child Molestation Resolved by Castration?
Upon closing one’s eyes and whilst imagining, before your visage stands a chorus of prepubescent Roman Catholic alter boys with more than exceptional voices. Envision the angelic swell of crescendos dissolving into soft innocuous melodies before once again rising with majestic velocities. Heavenly, right? Not quite. Many boys were stripped of their clothes, drugged with opium, and given warm baths before their testicles were systematically removed by a trained professional (Jenkins 9). With every family during the early 1500s competing for their child to become the next big thing, perhaps it is agreeable that their methods were a bit questionable. It is quite unfortunate, however, that this archaic piece of history is somewhat irrelevant yet not completely superfluous as its motive is one of many that still takes precedence in our modern civilizations. Instead of subjecting boys to great lengths to devote oneself to music, the subject for which this paper is writ is a touch distasteful and is in no way melodious but atrocious.
By Nathaniel Reidhead8 years ago in The Swamp
#WomenBoycottTwitter: Did It Make A Difference, Or Did Women Silence Their Voice?
Anytime people are banding together to fight a common cause for the greater good, I'm intrigued. The #WomenBoycottTwitter movement, which occurred Friday Oct. 13, definitely has me intrigued, but it's also got me concerned.
By Christina St-Jean8 years ago in The Swamp
Stop Using “Snowflake” As an Insult. Top Story - October 2017.
It is fun to turn around and use the insult intended for liberal progressives on the conservative base in an attempt to point out how poorly conservatives react to having their feelings hurt. The insult du jour in American political debate has become “snowflake.” When a White conservative reacts angrily to being called out on racism, it’s fun to make fun of his sensitivity and use the insult he just used on you because you are concerned with the plight of the poor. But next time that word is on the tip of your tongue, consider its origins and usage.
By David Bulley8 years ago in The Swamp
