the eminem sized hole in white america Dasia Sade 2025-08-31 | and we're back friends. Took some time to spend with family but it's time to get back to it. Less serious topic but a fun one before I drop some darkness on you in the coming weeks. Sorry in advance but ily.(😬👉🏾👈🏾)In this video, let's yap about the decline of white subcultural expression and the pressure release valves keeping white america in check has created the perfect recipe for a MAGA co-opt. Welcome to the new America where history is irrelevant, truth is optional and ignorance is freedom.00:00 Introduction: Eminem's Impact on White America00:43 Eminem's Role in Suburban Culture03:06 The Decline of Subcultures and Rise of MAGA06:46 The Evolution of Teenage Identity10:36 The Impact of Algorithms on Culture16:41 Eminem's Class Consciousness and Licensed Transgression24:22 Exploring American Hypocrisy & The Evolution of Trolling26:09 The Privileged Paradox: Then vs. Now29:45 White Allyship and Erased Histories36:34 Manufactured Grievance vs. Authentic Rebellion45:52 Rebuilding Authentic Subcultures📌 Subscribe for deep dives on politics, media, labor, culture, and the stories we’re told and some rollerskating too.🖤 Join the The Tragic Optimist’s Club on Substack: dasiasade.substack.com📚 Read with us — We the Public Book Club: fable.co/club/the-public-square-with-dasia-washington-229317109835❤️ We The Public Discord: discord.gg/zunNCc2v🛼 Learn to skate: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-dIFW_k3wDPDQOm1P1on4Ts-_M4GBSgS🔥Learn to skate with structure with my skate course:dasiasade.com/products/adult-beginner-rollerskate-course-roll-with-the-flow☕ buy me a coffee/support this work: buymeacoffee.com/dwdoesitk📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit 🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit#PennyForYourThoughts #DasiaSade #dasiadoesit #tragicoptimism #tragicoptimist
the revolution WILL BE marketed: One Battle After Another | penny for your thoughts Dasia Sade 2025-10-19 | Penny for your thoughts on One Battle After Another.just saw this and here are my quick rapid fire thoughts on it.To be or not to be, that is the question for me with this movie. It dips one toe in and out, staying just safe enough to maintain aloofness.I can tell what it wants to be, part of me I guess is glad that it couldn't fully pull off what it was trying to be. I've stopped looking to media like this for idealism, answers or innovation very long ago and I worry certain messages can be misconstrued at this level of consumption without connection to the radical thought beneath it. I don't want to do a super deep dive on this one tbh. It was just kind of underwhelming and I don't really care that much, (ontop of being in the process of moving) but I DO THINK we should totally be discussing how the aesthetic of radical uprising is going to used more and more to capitalize on, lest we be distracted by it. I'd be insulted if the world wasn't on fire with 823 more important other things.I'll dive deep on my substack. Until then, stay woke friends.Penny for Your Thoughts is a (semi) weekly (ish😬👉🏾👈🏾) voice note to the community where reflection meets resistance and culture meets critique.💬 What’s your penny? Drop your reflections in the comments or send it in: worthapenny@altmail.kr—📌 Subscribe for civic truth-telling, cultural commentary, calisthenics learning and skating wisdom🖤 substack: dasiasade.substack.com📚 my 'We the Public' Book Club: fable.co/club/the-public-square-with-dasia-washington-229317109835☕ buy me a coffee/support this work: buymeacoffee.com/dwdoesitk📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit 🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit#PennyForYourThoughts #DasiaSade #dasiadoesit #tragicoptimism #tragicoptimist
resources for my Appalachian homies #shorts Dasia Sade 2025-10-10 | throw back to when I found out that I officially live in a care desert. Even if it's not touching you yet, trust me when I say it feels like more and more places are becoming the south these days.Even still, there are people recognizing holes in healthcare and doing real work to fill those gaps for their neighbors. add @womenshealthmmd to your resource list.#communitycare #womenshealth #mutualaid #Appalachia #healthcare #WHCMDPartner #OurAppalachia
dont let the algo pin you down Dasia Sade 2025-09-27 | you are so much more than any one thing or any one pipeline or ideologyBig Swing Band by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
refresh your rollerskates | tutorial tuesday Dasia Sade 2025-09-16 | in the episode of tutorial tuesday: I didn't like the color of my skates so I painted them.Don't throw your old skates away, just give them a new look.🎨 Products used: Angelus Suede Paint🛼 Skates: Moonlight Rollers (discontinued)Perks Access:youtube.com/channel/UC8_P14XzTUxP93hXPyZnGbg/joinp.s: Find me other places and check out my adult rollerskating course if you like a more structured approach. From sock practice drills and move breakdowns to skate affirmations and beyond. I’ve got you covered there too boo. https://stan.store/dasiadoesit/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-yi8jp 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes
The Algorithms Weapon: Amplifying Fear & Grievance #shorts Dasia Sade 2025-09-03 | White suburbia insecurity isn't a one-off anomaly. It's been the masked villain behind some of the ugliest chapters in American history. Now hysteria sweeps the United States, but the algorithm twists cultural trends. #history #USA #algorithm #culture
Eminem & Censorship: Why White America Was Scared #shorts Dasia Sade 2025-09-02 | Explore how Eminem's controversial lyrics led to debate, while Black artists faced censorship for similar themes. Discover the role of race and cultural boundaries in shaping reactions to offensive content. #Eminem #censorship #race #music #culture #shorts
Eminems Legacy: Did He Prevent White Americas Downfall? Dasia Sade 2025-09-02 | Eminem gave young white Americans a mirror and a mouthpiece. He allowed kids to be crude, offensive, and scream, "I'm angry and ignored." But what happens when that mirror breaks? Is the call coming from inside the house? #Eminem #whiteAmerica #culture #mentalhealth #music #shorts
Labor Movement: How US Workers Won Their Rights! #shorts Dasia Sade 2025-09-01 | The American labor movement's fight against brutal conditions and low wages. Workers united to demand better hours, banning child labor, and weekends. These hard-won rights shaped the Golden Age of the American family. #LaborMovement #WorkerRights #AmericanHistory #UnionStrong
Labor Days roots: why you need to stay asleep | penny for your thoughts Dasia Sade 2025-09-01 | penny for your thoughts on labor day and the resurgence of union communities regaining popularity?hey friends, yall know I am big on focusing on class consciousness. I partnered with SEIU to help cure some of the cultural amnesia around Labor Day and the type of fights that the people of our past waged when they realized they were being taken advantage of by greed. Here's to hoping for our sake, we remember those roots sooner rather than later.learn more about SEIU and prioritizing about family over billionaires: seiu.co/LaborDay Penny for Your Thoughts is a (semi) weekly (ish😬👉🏾👈🏾) voice note to the community where reflection meets resistance and culture meets critique.💬 What’s your penny? Drop your reflections in the comments or send it in: worthapenny@altmail.kr📌 Subscribe for civic truth-telling, cultural commentary, calisthenics learning and skating wisdom🖤 Join my Tragic Optimist’s Club substack: dasiasade.substack.com📚 Read with us — We the Public Book Club: fable.co/club/the-public-square-with-dasia-washington-229317109835❤️ We The Public Discord: discord.gg/zunNCc2v'🛼 Learn to skate: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-dIFW_k3wDPDQOm1P1on4Ts-_M4GBSgS🔥Learn to skate with structure with my skate course:dasiasade.com/products/adult-beginner-rollerskate-course-roll-with-the-flow☕ buy me a coffee/support this work: buymeacoffee.com/dwdoesitk📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit 🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit#PennyForYourThoughts #DasiaSade #dasiadoesit #tragicoptimism #tragicoptimist #LaborDay #SolidaritySeason & #FightForAUnion #FFAUPartner
Turn your shoes turn into roller skates | slades Dasia Sade 2025-07-15 | we got shoes that turn into skates before GTA6. Slades has dropped their vegan line.I love love love these skates.if you wear a 6 in mens, 7.5 in womens, I have 2 slades to give away, they are used but like new!Let me know if you'd be interested in the comments if you're that size and interested in the black or white pair and i will go ahead and do a random pull.use my code: DASIASQUAD (all caps) for 10% off! TTFN @BlimeyLimey70 🫶🏾✨📌 Subscribe for more skating tutorials, balance drills, and rhythm skating tips.🛼 Watch the full playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-dIFW_k3wDPDQOm1P1on4Ts-_M4GBSgS&si=2d7NlfzUpA6rBi8V📦 Rather take my full course?: dasiasade.com/products/adult-beginner-rollerskate-course-roll-with-the-flow📲 Follow along: @dasiadoesit on TikTok & Instagram 💬 Comment below: What trick, drill, or skill should I break down next?🌱 Support this work:→ Buy me a tea: buymeacoffee.com/dwdoesitk → Join the Tragic Optimist’s Club: dasiasade.substack.com📬 For collaborations or lessons: dasia@omeriacreativeco.com
Rollerskating to calisthenics pipeline #shorts Dasia Sade 2025-07-15 | Rollerskating to calisthenics pipeline 😮💨
Who pays the price of healthcare bans? | Atlanta’s crisis explained Dasia Sade 2025-07-11 | today's sidequest takes us to the heart of the civil rights movement.📍 Atlanta, GA | Dobbs Anniversary Press Conference | June 21, 2025Two years after the fall of Roe v. Wade, a coalition of organizers, artists, doctors, and advocates gathered at 494 Edgewood Ave in Atlanta’s historic Sweet Auburn District.My goal was to capture and amplify the powerful voices, artwork, and community resistance that emerged at the press conference marking the Dobbs anniversary. Through mural unveilings, personal testimony, and calls to action, speakers revealed the devastating impact of Georgia’s abortion ban and Medicaid cuts and the urgent need for resistance.⚠️ As of now, the budget bill has passed, slashing Medicaid and escalating the reproductive care crisis in Georgia. But the fight is far from over.Guests:Liliana Bakhtiari — Atlanta City Councilmember, District 5▪️ IG: @lilianaforatlanta▪️ More info: lilianaforatlanta.comAlicia Stallworth — Director of Campaigns, Reproductive Freedom for All Georgia▪️ IG: @reprorightsforall▪️ Website: reproductivefreedomforall.orgJaylen Black — Planned Parenthood Southeast Advocates▪️ IG: @ppse_advocates▪️ Website: plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-southeast-advocatesJasmine Nicole Williams — Muralist & Printmaker▪️ IG: @jasminenicoleart▪️ Website: jasminenicoleart.comDr. Karenne Fru — Founder, Muna Fertility▪️ IG: @munafertility▪️ Website: munafertility.comDavan'te Jennings — President, Young Democrats of Georgia | Men4Choice advocate▪️ IG: @Men4Choice@freeandjust 🤝 Partner Organizations:🔹 Feminist Women’s Health Center (FWHC)feministcenter.orgIG: @feministcenter🔹 Reproductive Freedom for All Georgiareproductivefreedomforall.orgIG: @reprorightsforall🔹 Men4Choicemen4choice.orgIG: @Men4Choice 🔹 Amplify Georgiaamplify-ga.orgIG: @amplify.ga📝 About This VideoProduced by yours truly as part of an ongoing series highlighting frontline activism and movement-building in the American South. 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes
why the left feels harmless & the right feels OP | penny for your thoughts Dasia Sade 2025-07-10 | This week’s episode comes from the road, where I’m fighting for my dad’s access to Medicaid — a lifeline for millions of families like mine. But today’s Penny for Your Thoughts digs into a much bigger question:Why does the left feel so... toothless?In this video, we unpack why the right seems so strategically dominant — with infrastructure, media pipelines, and long-term plans — while the left feels scattered, reactive, and underfunded.From Turning Point Academies to billionaire-funded think tanks, we’re watching an entire cultural machine take shape. Meanwhile, the left tweets about vibes and hopes the institutions hold.We talk about:The danger of underestimating the right’s organizationWhy reactive politics are exhausting but commonWhat real investment in community, creators, and education would look likeThe importance of building long-term infrastructure rooted in solidarity, equity, and truthWhy AI and isolation make human connection more urgent than everAnd no — this isn’t about Democrats. This is about left-leaning people who believe in public goods, shared humanity, and democratic power.If you’ve felt frustrated, exhausted, or hopeless — this one’s for you.👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments:What should the left actually be doing right now?Should we be building our own "America Fest"?And how do we turn ideas into impact?Penny for Your Thoughts is a (semi)weekly (ish😬👉🏾👈🏾) voice note to the community where reflection meets resistance and culture meets critique.💬 What’s your penny? Drop your reflections in the comments or send it in: worthapenny@altmail.kr—📌 Subscribe for civic truth-telling, cultural commentary, calisthenics learning and skating wisdom🖤 Join the The Tragic Optimist’s Club newsletter: dasiasade.substack.com🎙️ Listen to Penny for Your Thoughts: open.spotify.com/show/0vHP8lmc1mzJrMpekivWUl?si=84d6f3682399403f📚 Read with us — We the Public Book Club: fable.co/club/the-public-square-with-dasia-washington-229317109835❤️ We The Public Discord: discord.gg/zunNCc2v🛼 Learn to skate: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-dIFW_k3wDPDQOm1P1on4Ts-_M4GBSgS🔥Learn to skate with structure with my skate course:dasiasade.com/products/adult-beginner-rollerskate-course-roll-with-the-flow☕ buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/dwdoesitk📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit 🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit
top 5 beginner things to know about rollerskating Dasia Sade 2025-07-01 | hey friends, just a quick crash course of what is most helpful to level up fast as a beginner skater.📌 Subscribe for more skating tutorials, balance drills, and rhythm skating tips. 🛼 Watch the full playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-dIFW_k3wDPDQOm1P1on4Ts-_M4GBSgS&si=2d7NlfzUpA6rBi8V 📦 Rather take my full course?: https://stan.store/Dasiadoesit/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-yi8jp 💬 Comment below: What trick, drill, or skill should I break down next?🌱 Support this work: → Buy me a tea: buymeacoffee.com/dwdoesitk → Join the Tragic Optimist’s Club: dasiasade.substack.com📬 For collaborations or lessons: dasia@omeriacreativeco.com📲 Follow along: @dasiadoesit on TikTok & Instagram 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes
on real men dont podcast | penny for your thoughts Dasia Sade 2025-06-28 | 📌 but maybe they should.In this week’s Penny for Your Thoughts, I’m asking: what if the problem isn’t that there aren’t enough good men — but that they’re not visible? We break down masculinity, the influence of Red Pill content, the quiet threat of fascist sympathies, and why emotional honesty might be the flex we need.---🔗 **Mentioned in this episode:**- tiktok.com/@yourstrulycameron/video/7514084105903017247?q=yours%20truly%20cameron&t=1750272493781tiktok.com/@dheaven.stewart/video/7515472645119364395?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7473212138737993262tiktok.com/@allthings.jasmine/video/7516277437798321439tiktok.com/@_chad215/video/7512247885715492138---🖤 Join the newsletter: dasiasade.substack.com 🎙️ Listen to Penny for Your Thoughts on Spotify📚 Join the Book Club: fable.co/club/the-public-square-with-dasia-washington-229317109835 🛼 Learn to skate with me: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-dIFW_k3wDPDQOm1P1on4Ts-_M4GBSgS check out my adult rollerskating course if you like a more structured approach: https://stan.store/dasiadoesit/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-yi8jp☕ Buy me a cup of tea: buymeacoffee.com/dwdoesitkPerks Access:youtube.com/channel/UC8_P14XzTUxP93hXPyZnGbg/join 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes
real men dont podcast...but maybe they should Dasia Sade 2025-06-27 | penny for your thoughts why many perceive good men as non-existent. We delve into why 'good men' may not be visible in modern society and the pitfalls of performative masculinity, the impacts of culture war rhetoric, and the rise of quietly reliable men.
Justice vs. Righteousness: left leaning politics Dasia Sade 2025-06-23 | penny for your thoughts: - is protesting ineffective or have we forgotten how to be citizens? full video on yt: Dasia Sade
is protesting ineffective? | penny for your thoughts Dasia Sade 2025-06-23 | "And if my generation is going to make any impact at allThere's one thing we need to believe:We need to believe that the songs that we write can be betterThan the songs that were written by the legends of our pastWe have to believe that the music that we makeHas the potential to be better than the music that was madeBy the legends of our pastOtherwise what's the point?And I hope it's okay that I said thatI hope the older generation ain't pissedIt's just that I want a summer of love tooI want a renaissanceI want ours to be the bestI know that sounds conceited as hellI know it sounds like blasphemy to sayThat we could be better than the Beatles, and Dylan, and BeethovenOh I'm not saying that it's meAll I'm saying's that I'm tryingMe and my friends we are trying"-- John Craigie, Manifesto youtu.be/7ZMRgDYLWXw?si=5_-z0ppUwKS7euYg-------are american protests actually ineffective — or did we forget how to be citizens?In this episode of Penny for Your Thoughts, let's yap about the rising wave of protest critiques — from silly signs to shallow participation — and ask the real question:Are we expecting perfection from grassroots movements while offering nothing but criticism in return? Have we forgotten what it means to be a citizen?We talk protest culture, mutual aid, strategy, and the difference between content and contribution. Because it’s not enough to be angry anymore we need outcomes.-----🔗 Resources + Connect:🖤 Subscribe to the newsletter: dasiasade.substack.com🎙️ Listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/6fITTmeM8OrITntdyyaZU5?si=Tz3qfoN4RYuBIzcLKjuLyQ📚 Join the We The Public Book Club: fable.co/club/the-public-square-with-dasia-washington-229317109835☕ Support my work: buymeacoffee.com/dwdoesitk📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes🛼 Learn to skate: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-dIFW_k3wDPDQOm1P1on4Ts-_M4GBSgSp.s: check out my adult rollerskating course if you like a more structured approach. From sock practice drills and move breakdowns to skate affirmations and beyond. I’ve got you covered there too boo. https://stan.store/dasiadoesit/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-yi8jp
how to survive your childhood now that you’re an adult #knowbetterdobetter #mindfulnessisthenewblack Dasia Sade 2025-06-14 | how to survive your childhood now that you’re an adult #knowbetterdobetter #mindfulnessisthenewblack #dotheknowledge
There are limits of intellectualism without spiritual integration Dasia Sade 2025-06-14 | There are limits of intellectualism without spiritual integration. You can be the architect of the maze and still get lost in it. #deantekyle #justinscott #dotheknowledge #society
on Trump and Elon’s break up | penny for your thoughts - ep.4 Dasia Sade 2025-06-06 | penny for your thoughts on the latest episode of America! let's unpack Elon Musk’s latest rebrand tour/ where he suddenly distances himself from Trump, trashes the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” and tries to reframe himself as the tech world's centrist voice of reason. Spoiler: it's less about integrity and more about optics, power, and unchecked ambition.stay woke. stay kind. stay curious comrades.@moreperfectunion youtube.com/watch?v=3VJT2JeDCyw&t=64s @bookersquared youtube.com/watch?v=0FT6TWBZdkU@GritsAndEggsPodcast youtube.com/watch?v=WLSURMHPDCs&t=5765s&pp=ygUWZ3JpdHMgYW5kIGVnZ3MgcG9kY2FzdA%3D%3DWe the Public Book Club: http://fable.co/club/we-the-public-book-club-with-dasia-229317109835?club_type=freePerks Access:youtube.com/channel/UC8_P14XzTUxP93hXPyZnGbg/joinp.s: Find me other places and check out my adult rollerskating course if you like a more structured approach. From sock practice drills and move breakdowns to skate affirmations and beyond. I’ve got you covered there too boo. https://stan.store/dasiadoesit/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-yi8jp 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes#elonmusk #memphis #AIcolonialism #mountainhead #bookclub #mediaanalysis #pennyforyourthoughts
june book club | calling all civic nerds and wannabes Dasia Sade 2025-05-16 | Summer reading club? I think yes.Welcome to the 'We The Public' Book Club!This June, we’re reading The Privatization of Everything and you’re invited. No gatekeeping. No pressure. Just a growing community of people trying to understand how public goods are being sold off... and what we can do about it.This isn’t your typical book club. It’s not academic. It’s not weekly lectures. It’s a space to talk, reflect, and connect.Here’s how it works:Reading along?Join the discussion on Fable – a social reading app where we’ll highlight, react, and share quotes as we go.→ fable.co/club/we-the-public-book-club-with-dasia-229317109835?referralID=9HOEgYHZUoAlready finished the book or just want community?Join the Discord to share real-life examples of privatization, civic organizing, shared resources, and future meetups.→ discord.gg/Hd63XYpqS5🎥 We’ll meet LIVE on zoom and YouTube twice:June 8 @ 6PM ET – What is privatization & where are we seeing it? discord.gg/6T9NyuWC?event=1373024369026007180June 29 @ 6PM ET – What now? Reflections & reclaiming the commonsdiscord.gg/6T9NyuWC?event=1373026009988993214---🔗 Whether you’re joining live, reading in the background, or lurking in the comments — welcome. This is for us. This is for the public.Perks Access:youtube.com/channel/UC8_P14XzTUxP93hXPyZnGbg/joinp.s: Find me other places and check out my adult rollerskating course if you like a more structured approach. From sock practice drills and move breakdowns to skate affirmations and beyond. I’ve got you covered there too boo. https://stan.store/dasiadoesit/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-yi8jp 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes
The Privatization Of Everything | how America sold itself out Dasia Sade 2025-04-24 | If you’ve ever paid to park at a public park, this one’s for you.Shall we yap about the hollowing out of America? What happens when your water, schools, prisons, and even democracy itself get put up for sale?In this video, we explore the Privatization of Everything—how public goods in the U.S. have been quietly handed over to private interests, and why that transformation has made your life more expensive, less fair, and harder to navigate.From public education to the Texas power grid, from water in Flint to for-profit healthcare—we break down how we got here, who’s benefiting, and what it means to be a consumer citizen in late-stage capitalism.'0:00 - Intro: The Last Free Thing in America 2:21 - Part One: What Is a Public Good? 7:06 - Part Two: A Very Brief History of Privatization 11:50 - Part Three: The Rise of the Consumer Citizen 15:58 - Part Four: Public-Private Takeover 50:36 - Part Five: The Slow Coup 1:04:06 - Are all PPP Bad? Case Study1:10: 25 - Conclusion: The Price of Selling OurselvesPerks Access:youtube.com/channel/UC8_P14XzTUxP93hXPyZnGbg/join 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes---📚 Resources & Further ReadingThe Privatization of Everything by Donald Cohen and Allen Mikaelian Public Citizen: [https://www.citizen.org](https://www.citizen.org) In the Public Interest: [https://www.inthepublicinterest.org](https://www.inthepublicinterest.org)Eliza Relman, “Andrew Cuomo Says States Are Outbidding Each Other and Raising Prices for Critical Coronavirus Medical Supplies,” Business Insider, March 23, 2020; Rachana Pradhan, “Why the Hunt for Ventilators Was a Mess—and Why It’s Not Over,” Daily Beast, June 14, 2020; Katherine Eban, “ ‘That’s Their Problem’: How Jared Kushner Let the Markets Decide America’s COVID-19 Fate,” Vanity Fair, September 17, 2020; Katherine Eban, “ ‘We Think the Markets Will Sort It Out’: Could White House Action on COVID Testing Have Saved the American School Year?,” Vanity Fair, December 16, 2020Milton Friedman, “The Role of Government in Education,” in Economics and the Public Interest, ed. Robert A. Solo (New Brunswick, NJ: Rutgers University Press, 1955). 3. Milton Friedman, “The Social Responsibility of Business Is to Increase Its Profits,” New York Times Magazine, September 13, 1970; Friedman,Flavia Chen, *Belfer Center*: Analysis of public health funding neglect and fragmentation.[belfercenter.org](https://www.belfercenter.org/publication/whats-stake-privatization-public-health#:~:text=,have%20begun%20to%20atrophy%20over)Eduardo J. Simoes et al., 2023: Study linking 20 years of public health disinvestment to COVID-19 failures.[pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9724501/#:~:text=The%20COVID,USPHS%20to%20prevent%2Fcontrol%20the%20epidemic)Tim Walker, NEA (Oct 2024): Report on Project 2025’s plans to cut education funding, including eliminating Title I and Head Start.[nea.org](https://www.nea.org/nea-today/all-news-articles/how-project-2025-would-devastate-public-education#:~:text=The%20Center%20for%20American%20Progress)Heather Sheffield, Teach the Vote (Jul 2024): Op-ed on how Project 2025 would defund public schools via vouchers and DOE elimination.Alicia McKay (Jan 2024): “The public service has citizens, not customers” – blog post on the importance of citizen-centric governance.Elizabeth Arens reviewing L. Cohen: Discussion of “citizen consumer” vs “purchaser consumer” ideals in postwar America.Reuters (Dec 15, 2023): Data on foreign ownership of U.S. farmland (43.4 million acres, 3.4% of ag land).Smithfield Foods (Wikipedia): Details on WH Group’s 2013 acquisition of Smithfield and its U.S. farmland, the largest Chinese takeover of a U.S. firm.Samuel Barradas, TruckersReport (n.d.): Example of foreign company (Cintra) leasing U.S. toll roads, Indiana Toll Road tolls doubling under private control. Karl Bode, Techdirt (Nov 7, 2024): On telecom lobbying leading 16 states to ban municipal broadband, blocking community internet efforts.Josh Israel, *The Michigan Independent* (Aug 16, 2024): On pharmaceutical lobbying – Medicare Part D (2003) prohibiting price negotiation was an industry-backed clause, and repeated blocking of negotiation until 2022.[michiganindependent.com]DeSmog (Sept 14, 2021): Reporting on oil industry lobbying to kill methane emission fees, illustrating how fossil fuel companies block climate policy.On Medicare: IG: @caringacrossgenTwitter: @CaringAcrossGenFacebook: Caring Across GenerationsFamilies Over BillionairesIG: @taxwarroomBlueSky: @taxwarroom#Privatization #PoliticalEducation #LateStageCapitalism #CivicLiteracy #DasiaSade
on Adolescence, red pill and right-wing pipelines | penny for your thoughts ep.3 Dasia Sade 2025-03-31 | penny for your thoughts on Adolescence, and exploring its unsettling portrayal of Red Pill ideology and the right-wing pipeline. let's yap about how nuanced these issues truly are, discuss why teens are particularly vulnerable, and consider the role capitalism and online influencers play in radicalization. Ultimately, i think maybe it's a call for men who defy toxic stereotypes to step forward and for communities to embrace genuine self-improvement, empathy, and critical thinking. 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes#PennyForYourThoughts #Adolescence #RedPill #RightWingPipeline #SelfImprovement #CriticalThinking #CommunityBuilding
on boycotting as a form of resistance | penny for your thoughts ep.2 Dasia Sade 2025-03-23 | penny for your thoughts on boycotting being a building step in revolutionary culture.Can boycotting alone save us? No. Are all boycotts equally effective? Not by a long shot. Is it a stop on the way toward building a culture of resistance? I absolutely believe so. Boycotting can be an entry point. People who get involved in economic resistance are more likely to support strikes, occupations, or political organizing. Revolutionary culture grows through participation.gotta thought worthy of a penny? penny thought drop here: worthapenny@altmail.kr 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes
on black history month | penny for your thoughts ep.1 Dasia Sade 2025-03-17 | I used to love BHM but if it's going to be used as a culture war bone to hang over our heads, I say we let them take it.so penny for your thoughts:should we fight for it, when they inevitably try to take it? 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes
If none of us is prepared to die for freedom, then all of us will die under tyranny. Dasia Sade 2025-02-15 | If none of us is prepared to die for freedom, then all of us will die under tyranny.-Timothy Snyder———-This passage talks about the idea that freedom is not self-sustaining—it requires people who are willing to defend it, even at great personal cost. Tyranny thrives when people become complacent, afraid, or unwilling to resist oppression. If no one is willing to take risks for the principles of democracy, justice, and human rights, then authoritarian forces will gradually strip away freedoms until there is nothing left to fight for. History shows that oppressive regimes do not immediately impose full tyranny; instead, they take freedoms away piece by piece, starting with marginalized groups, testing the reaction betting that people will be too afraid or too comfortable to push back. The moment people stop resisting, tyranny becomes inevitable.Recognize that freedom is only preserved through action. Support activists, journalists, and organizations fighting for civil liberties.- Speak out against incremental losses of rights, no matter how small. Today’s minor restrictions could become tomorrow’s full-blown authoritarianism.- Understand that comfort is not the same as freedom. Just because oppression doesn’t affect you today doesn’t mean it won’t in the future.- Engage in civic resistance. Identify your role in and lean in. Vote, protest, educate, and prepare for the reality that defending freedom often comes with risks.
Set a good example of what America means for the generations tocome. They will need it. Dasia Sade 2025-02-13 | Set a good example of what America means for the generations tocome. They will need it.———If youre someone who is not leaving America anytime soon, this is important to understand. The word patriot probably gives you the ick because of how it’s been bastardized and dog whistled to death. This passage draws a sharp distinction between patriotism and nationalism, emphasizing that true patriotism is about holding one’s country to high ethical standards, while nationalism is about blind loyalty, resentment, and power-seeking. Patriotism means serving one’s country, not just claiming to love it while engaging in corrupt, self-serving, or authoritarian behavior. It is not patriotic to evade responsibility, exploit public trust, or admire foreign dictators who suppress democracy. Instead, patriotism requires engagement with reality, a commitment to universal values, and a willingness to acknowledge and correct flaws so that the country can live up to its democratic ideals.- Reject leaders who use nationalism to justify corruption, discrimination, or authoritarianism.- Support those who work to improve the country, even if that means critiquing its flaws.-Engage in civic action—vote, protest, and hold officials accountable—because patriotism requires participation.- Learn from history to recognize the early warning signs of democratic decline.
Powell Memo: Big Businesss Secret Plan Dasia Sade 2025-02-13 | The hidden history of corporate power! This video exposes the shocking influence of the Powell Memo on American politics, media, and education. Learn how corporations shaped public opinion and the lasting impact of this controversial document. #PowellMemo #CorporatePower #PoliticalInfluence #MediaManipulation #EducationReform #BusinessHistory #AmericanPolitics #Documentary #History #Conspiracy
Great Depression: How Wall Street Betrayed America Dasia Sade 2025-02-13 | Explore the devastating impact of the 1929 stock market crash. We uncover the risky practices that led to the Great Depression, the public outrage against Wall Street, and how it shattered the American Dream for millions. Witness history unfold! #GreatDepression #StockMarketCrash #WallStreet #1929 #EconomicHistory #AmericanHistory #FinancialCrisis #HistoryDocumentary #EconomicCrash #ViralHistory
Modern tyranny is terror management. Dasia Sade 2025-02-12 | Modern tyranny is terror management. When the terrorist attack comes, remember that authoritarians exploit such events in order to consolidate power. The sudden disaster that requires the end of checks and balances, the dissolution of opposition parties, the suspension of freedom of expression, the right to a fair trial, and so on, is the oldest trick in the Hitlerian book. Do not fall for it.————-This passage warns that authoritarians use crises; especially terrorist attacks or national emergencies—as an excuse to seize more power and dismantle democratic safeguards. Historically, sudden disasters have been exploited to justify sweeping changes that erode freedoms, often under the guise of protecting national security. Leaders claim that to “keep people safe,” they must suspend civil liberties, silence opposition, or expand surveillance; and once these powers are taken, they are rarely given back.- Be skeptical of leaders calling for emergency powers that reduce freedoms. Once rights are suspended, they are rarely restored.- Oppose laws that expand surveillance or censorship in response to crises.- Pay attention to how different groups are treated under “national security” policies. Are certain groups unfairly targeted?- Hold governments accountable even during times of crisis. Democracy must function especially in emergencies, not be suspended because of them.
Be alert to the use of the words extremism and terrorism. Dasia Sade 2025-02-11 | Be alert to the use of the words "extremism" and "terrorism". Be alive to the fatal notions of emergency and exception. Be angry about the treacherous use of patriotic vocabulary-Timothy Snyder——This passage warns us to be skeptical when governments or leaders use words like “extremism,” “terrorism,” “emergency,” and “exception” to justify actions that strip people of rights. These terms are often used not to protect the public, but to consolidate power, silence dissent, and justify authoritarian measures. Throughout history, leaders have invoked “national security” or “patriotism” to push through surveillance laws, restrict free speech, or target specific groups. The danger lies in how easily these labels can be applied to anyone who challenges power, from journalists to activists to everyday citizens.- Question how words like “extremism” and “terrorism” are being used in the media and by politicians. Ask: Who is being labeled an extremist? Who isn’t?-Resist “emergency” measures that erode civil liberties. Once power is expanded, it rarely shrinks back.-Push back on patriotic rhetoric used to justify repression. True patriotism means protecting democracy, not blind allegiance to the state.- Support independent journalism that challenges these narratives and exposes government overreach.
Keep up your friendships abroad, or make new friends in other countries. Dasia Sade 2025-02-11 | Keep up your friendships abroad, or make new friends in other countries. The present difficulties in the United States are an element of a larger trend. And no country is going to find a solution by itself. Make sure you and your family have passports.———This passage highlights the importance of maintaining global connections and being prepared for uncertainty. The challenges facing the United States: rising authoritarianism, political instability, economic shifts, destruction of institutions meant to protect, are part of broader global trends, and no single country can solve them alone. Building friendships with people in other nations (especially the global south!) provides alternative perspectives, helps counter propaganda, and creates personal networks that could be valuable if political conditions worsen. Keeping passports up to date ensures that, if necessary, you have the option to leave or seek safety elsewhere. History has shown that those who recognize early warning signs and maintain international ties are often better positioned to adapt to crises.It’s long past the time to start thinking differently about your day to day movements. Resist the urge to stick your head in the sand.- If you don’t have a passport, apply for one now; if you do, check the expiration date and renew early.- Build and maintain friendships with people in other countries—through travel, online communities, or cultural exchanges.- Learn about dual citizenship, visa options, or residency pathways in case relocation ever becomes necessary.- Stay informed about global political trends to understand how they might impact your own country’s future.
Be active in organizations, political or not, that express your own view of life. Dasia Sade 2025-02-11 | Be active in organizations, political or not, that express your own view of life. Pick a charity or two and set up autopay. Then you will have made a free choice that supports civil society and helps others to do good.- Timothy Snyder———This passage emphasizes the importance of actively supporting organizations that align with your values, whether through direct participation or financial support. Civil society, think: charities, unions, advocacy groups, and grassroots movements; plays a crucial role in maintaining democracy and resisting authoritarianism. By choosing to contribute time OR resources, you reinforce institutions that counterbalance government power and corporate influence. Setting up automatic donations ensures sustained support, while joining local groups helps build community resilience. In times of crisis, these organizations often become the first line of defense for rights, aid, and advocacy.Share some of your favorite independent media, grassroots movements or local organizations.@motherjonesmag @actioncaleb @representus
Nastier rulers will use what they know about you to push you around. Dasia Sade 2025-02-10 | Nastier rulers will use what they know about you to push youaround. Scrub your computer of malware on a regular basis.Remember that email is skywriting. Consider using alternative forms of the internet, or simply using it less. Have personal exchanges in person. For the same reason, resolve any legal trouble. Tyrants seek the hook on which to hang you. Try not to have hooks.-Timothy Snyder —————-This passage warns that bad faith rulers exploit digital surveillance, personal data, and legal vulnerabilities to control or silence opposition. In an era where governments and corporations track online behavior, you must be proactive about protecting their privacy. Malware, unsecured emails, and your public social media activity can all be used against individuals, whether through disinformation campaigns, harassment, or legal threats. Tyrannical leaders look for weaknesses; whether legal trouble, embarrassing personal information, or online history- to manipulate or discredit people. The best defense is to minimize digital footprints, engage in private, in-person conversations when possible, and ensure there are no easy “hooks” for bad actors to exploit.How to do this: -Use encrypted messaging apps (Signal, ProtonMail) instead of standard email.-Regularly update security settings and remove malware from your devices.-Limit what personal information you share online. If you’re a person in the public eye; be strategic. Some stuff is allowed to belong to only you.-Resolve any legal or financial vulnerabilities that could be used against you.-When discussing sensitive topics, meet in person rather than online. Share info offline (zines, meetups, flyers)
How the Attention Economy Profits from Our Anger Dasia Sade 2025-02-09 | Are you not entertained?I was scrolling socials recently and I saw an extremely large influencer who is known for making extraordinarily toxic content aimed at the black community, bragging about how she taught her boyfriend how to also manipulate social media for money. Needless to say it pissed me off. I knew that their damaging content was made solely to gain clicks but for someone to be so keenly aware of what they were doing without regard for the consequences, well. Rather than fume or get into a comment section war, I do what I always do when I feel passionate about a topic. I create. Alas here we are.With that being said: Do you ever feel like social media is manipulating your emotions? That’s not a coincidence. Platforms thrive on outrage, keeping you engaged by feeding you rage-inducing content. But you don’t have to play their game. In this video, we’ll break down: - How social media exploits your emotions for profit - The importance of media literacy to recognize manipulation - Strategies to become a free thinker and curate a healthier media diet Reclaim your attention. Take back control. This is the attention economy, know your clicks, shares, likes, and views are powerful. Am I shooting myself in the foot, posting this ahead of the biggest annual marketing event of the American fiscal year? Sure. But maybe just maybe, it'll still be able to reach more people and increase our collective media literacy. Anyway, What’s your number one tip for avoiding social media manipulation? Disclaimer about tools:In this video I offer the suggestion to use .gov sites directly, but I filmed this before President Elon got into office and so now I suggest that if you do want to use .gov websites, go into it with the understanding that we have a VP who doesn't see a problem with lying and prefers no fact checking.That's just the reality of the situation.JD Vance Justifying being a liar for the "greater good":tiktok.com/t/ZTFY3eU79Resources & Further Reading:Why Facts Dont Change Minds jamesclear.com/why-facts-dont-change-minds Rage Baiting Techniques You Need to Know about: gizmodo.com/10-internet-rage-baiting-techniques-to-know-about-1850615967Russia owned influencers:wired.com/story/influencers-tenet-benny-johnson-tim-pool-russia-propaganda-videosTools:newsguardtech.commediabiasfactcheck.compolitifact.comallsides.com/media-bias/media-bias-ratingsFav:https://ground.news/ ---be sure to check out the browser extensionBooks:Media Control by Noam ChomskyEmpire of Illusion by Chris HedgesAmerican Fascists by Chris HedgesInvisible Hands by Phillips-Feinseditor for this vid: Nick Fiore ✨ --give me feedback yall, do we like? love it? hate it? let's grow together. 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes
Power wants your body softening in your chair and your emotions dissipating on the screen. Dasia Sade 2025-02-09 | Power wants your body softening in your chair and your emotions dissipating on the screen. Get outside. Put your body in unfamiliar places with unfamiliar people. Make new friends and march with Them.-Timothy Snyder——-This passage warns against passivity and digital complacency. Power; especially authoritarian power, thrives when people are disengaged, distracted, and isolated. Social media and screens may provide the illusion of activism and feel good, but real change happens when people physically show up. Getting outside, move your body, engaging with new communities, and participating in collective action, like protests or community organizing, disrupts the isolation that keeps people politically inactive. Meeting people face-to-face fosters real relationships, deepens understanding, and builds solidarity, which is essential for resisting oppressive systems. No, this isn’t ableist. Far more able-bodied people are not appreciative of being able to move freely than we like to acknowledge. You should do all you can to rid yourself of the privilege of taking it for granted and do it not only for self but for the people who can’t. That’s the reality of the situation. Study groups like patriot front.us if you don’t believe me.
The importance of still showing up for life even when it feels like the world is crashing out. Dasia Sade 2025-02-08 | fun fact: most new year's resolutions have dropped off by February. So here's a little bit of a palate cleanser from the doomerism we've been scrolling and from the seriousness I've got coming down the pipeline.Everything feels like it’s falling apart—so what’s the point of setting goals, making plans or looking ahead? The truth is, now is exactly when you need them most. There are forces out there that want you overwhelmed and exhausted. Do not comply in advance.In this video, I'll share some of my goals with you and we’ll talk about why having something to aim toward can keep you grounded, especially when the world is a mess. I’ll show you some practical ways I like to stay focused, keep moving forward, and stay prepared at the micro/local community level first and foremost—no matter how uncertain things get. Also; this video is dedicated to Jesstopher.robin. Thank you for taking the time to send that message. p.s: yall tag @ground_news and tell them to sponsor your girl. Chomsky books:Media ControlManufacturing ConsentRequiem for the American Dreamgoal setting guru: @aliabdaal Work flow playlist:open.spotify.com/playlist/6gJK6HyWf1z8ynjjHTemBg?si=6f611d985d83477dbrick: https://getbrick.app/?srsltid=AfmBOoqP0OtAEwCb0Pv4cE5NJgdZyWwfor-99WRVvvzTxvAhrerLAGWAeditor: @axwun.projects p.s: Find me other places and check out my adult rollerskating course if you like a more structured approach. From sock practice drills and move breakdowns to skate affirmations and beyond. I’ve got you covered there too boo. https://stan.store/dasiadoesit/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-yi8jp 📷 IG - instagram.com/dasiadoesit🎵TT - tiktok.com/@dasiadoesit📍PT. - pinterest.com/dasiadoes00:00 Introduction03:32 Pt 2: Why Tragic Optimists Should Still Set Goals07:34 Pt 3: Redefining Success Through a Tragic Optimist's Lens09:51 Pt 4: Embracing Challenges Apart of The Journey11:57 Pt 5: Extra Tools for The Tragic Optimist's to Stay Focused21:36 Pt: 6: Vision Board Party
This is not just polite. It is part of being a citizen and a responsible member of society. Dasia Sade 2025-02-07 | This is not just polite. It is part of being a citizen and a responsible member of society. It is also a way to stay in touch with your surroundings, break down social barriers, and understand whom you should and should not trust. If we enter a culture of denunciation, you will want to know the psychological landscape of your daily life.-Timothy Snyder____________This passage highlights the importance of social awareness and human connection in maintaining a healthy, functioning society. Look people in the eyes. Nod and smile. Engaging with those around us- whether it’s through small acts of politeness, genuine conversations, or community involvement; isn’t just about good manners. It helps us break down divisions, build trust, and stay informed about the social and political climate we live in. In times of political instability, knowing who you can trust and understanding the motivations of those around you becomes even more crucial, especially if society shifts toward authoritarianism, where public denunciations and betrayals become tools of oppression. By staying connected, we can resist fear-driven division and maintain the solidarity needed to uphold democracy and justice.
Figure things out for yourself. Spend more time with long articles. Dasia Sade 2025-02-07 | Figure things out for yourself. Spend more time with long articles. Subsidize investigative journalism by subscribing to print media. Realize that some of what is on the internet is there to harm you. Learn about sites that investigate propaganda campaigns (some of which come from abroad). Take responsibility for what you communicate with others-Timothy Snyder________This passage emphasizes the importance of independent thinking and media literacy in an age of misinformation. Instead of relying on quick soundbites or viral social media posts, we must take the time to engage with long-form journalism and investigative reporting that provides depth and context. By subscribing to print or independent media, we help sustain journalism that holds power accountable. It’s also crucial to recognize that some online content is deliberately designed to mislead, manipulate, or radicalize, often as part of coordinated propaganda campaigns; sometimes even from foreign governments. Taking responsibility for the information we share means fact-checking sources, questioning narratives, and ensuring we aren’t unknowingly spreading harmful misinformation.
To abandon facts is to abandon freedom. Dasia Sade 2025-02-07 | To abandon facts is to abandon freedom. If nothing is true, then no one can criticize power, because there is no basis upon which to do so. If nothing is true, then all is spectacle. The biggest wallet pays for the most blinding lights.-Timothy Snyder ____This passage warns that when truth becomes irrelevant or distorted, real freedom disappears. If people stop caring about facts; whether due to misinformation, propaganda, or apathy…those in power can act without accountability because there’s no shared reality to challenge them. Instead of informed debate, society becomes a spectacle where money and influence shape what people believe. In today’s world, this is evident in how billionaires and corporations fund media outlets, manipulate social media algorithms, and flood the public with narratives that serve their interests, drowning out truth with distractions and sensationalism. The fight for truth isn’t just about facts; it’s about protecting our ability to hold power accountable. Do not allow what you’re seeing to be rewritten right in front of you. Challenge lies. Hard and often.
Avoid pronouncing the phrases everyone else does. Dasia Sade 2025-02-06 | Avoid pronouncing the phrases everyone else does. Think up your own way of speaking, even if only to convey that thing you think everyone is saying. Make an effort to separate yourself from the internet. Read books.-Timothy Snyder_______This is a call to resist the easy trap of groupthink and recycled language. When everyone starts repeating the same phrases, whether in politics, activism, or everyday conversation, it often means critical thinking is being replaced by slogans. "Lionize, monolith, woke, thoughts and prayers, owning, fake news, defund the police, deep state, maga, both sides."Language shapes how we think, so if we only use pre-packaged words and phrases, we limit our ability to see beyond them. Instead, challenge yourself to express ideas in your own words. Read books. Not just tweets and headlines; because deeper, slower reading helps develop original thought. Step back from the internet when you can; social media encourages quick, reactionary thinking, while books and real-world discussions cultivate nuance and independent reasoning.I’m thinking of a book club. Penny for yalls thoughts?
Someone has to. It is easy to follow along. It can feel strange to do or say something different. Dasia Sade 2025-02-06 | Someone has to. It is easy to follow along. It can feel strange to do or say something different. But without that unease, there is no freedom. Remember Rosa Parks. The moment you set an example, the spell of the status quo is broken, and others will follow.-Timothy Snyder————-This is a call to action, reminding us that change starts with someone brave enough to step out of line. It’s often easier and more comfortable to go along with what everyone else is doing, even if it’s wrong. On the flip side, doing something different, even when it feels uncomfortable or risky, is essential for freedom and progress.Small acts of defiance have always inspired many others to take a stand. when one person has the courage to break the cycle of conformity, it can inspire a movement for change.
If you carry a weapon in public service, may God bless you and keep you. Dasia Sade 2025-02-06 | If you carry a weapon in public service, may God bless you and keep you. But know that evils of the past involved policemen and soldiers finding themselves, one day, doing irregular things. Be ready to say no.-Timothy Snyder________This is a reminder for people in public service, like police officers and soldiers, who carry weapons to protect others. It acknowledges the honor and responsibility of their roles, wishing them well. However, it also warns that in the past, terrible events happened because individuals in these roles were gradually asked to do things outside the law or their moral code—“irregular things.”The message is clear: stay vigilant, and if you’re ever asked to do something unethical or wrong, have the courage to refuse, even if it’s difficult. Saying “no” or pausing to question in these moments can prevent history from repeating itself. Pay attention.
When the men with guns who have always claimed to be against thesystem start wearing uniforms and Dasia Sade 2025-02-05 | When the men with guns who have always claimed to be against thesystem start wearing uniforms and marching with torches andpictures of a leader, the end is nigh. When the pro-leaderparamilitary and the official police and military intermingle, the end has come.-Timothy Snyder_________When groups of armed people, who used to claim they were against the government or “the system,” suddenly start supporting a leader and acting like an organized force—wearing uniforms, marching with torches, and carrying symbols of loyalty to that leader—things are about to take a dangerous turn.If these unofficial groups (paramilitary forces) and the official police or military start working together or blending in with each other, it’s a strong sign that democracy is collapsing. This intermingling means the system is being taken over by authoritarian forces, and resistance to this shift becomes much harder. It signals the rise of a dictatorship or oppressive regime. Pay attention.
When political leaders set a negative example, professionalcommitments to just practice become more Dasia Sade 2025-02-05 | When political leaders set a negative example, professionalcommitments to just practice become more important. It is hard to subvert a rule-of-law state without lawyers, or to hold show trials without judges. Authoritarians need obedient civil servants, and concentration camp directors seek businessmen interested in cheap labor.-Timothy Snyder—————When political leaders behave badly or unfairly, it’s even more important for professionals like lawyers, judges, and civil servants to stick to fair practices. Why? Because leaders can’t abuse the system or take away people’s rights without the help of these professionals.For example:-You can’t destroy a fair legal system unless lawyers and judges agree to go along with it.-You can’t have fake trials (where the outcome is already decided) without judges willing to ignore justice.-You can’t run things like forced labor camps unless businesspeople are willing to profit from the unfair system.In short, bad leaders rely on others to help them carry out harmful plans. If professionals refuse to cooperate and stay committed to fairness and justice, it becomes much harder for authoritarian or abusive systems to take hold.Pay attention.
The symbols of today enable the reality of tomorrow. Dasia Sade 2025-02-05 | The symbols of today enable the reality of tomorrow. Notice the swastikas and the other signs of hate. Do not look away, and do not get used to them. Remove them yourself and set an example for others to do so.- Timothy Snyder_________I’ve recently started pulling off patriot front recruitment stickers in my small town.They spreads their ideas by putting up stickers, posters, or graffiti with their name and messages in public places, like coffee shops or on street corners. if you see one in your local coffee shop or town, don’t be afraid to take it down.
