@strypey

I really liked that yesmagazine article. It resonates quite a bit. FYI, the link to the catalystwedco blog page is defunct, but IA has your back.

https://web.archive.org/web/20211205134759/http://www.catalystwedco.com/culture/excommunicate-me-from-the-church-of-social-justice

One of the silver linings in all this stuff is that there are a lot of people among so-called "marginalised groups" who've noticed and pushed back against the pathological narcissism in the left-wing activist community. I personally can't claim membership of a victim group other than on the basis of being Pagan (it's own can of worms), so it's heartening to see that this level of integrity isn't limited to any particular minority identity demographic. I think in some ways it's easier for minority folks to openly push back against these issues because it's harder for their antagonists to reject their opinions and lived experience and then eject them solely on the basis of their identity. Having a diversity of allies within and without gives a stronger sense of solidarity and freedom to speak truth to power, even while that power is being exercised by those claiming to be essentially powerless.

On a personal note, since you're following my account, you'll probably notice I poke fun at subjects which are rather taboo, and occasionally repost memes and articles that don't quite fit the mould of social justice per the party line. Chalk it up to my dark sense of humour, and willingness to experiment with ideas and lingo that are rather irreverent, even of my own sincerely held views. I think this extremism and "victim Olympics" style politics deserves more than a bit of derision from time to time. Fedi is a place I allow myself the freedom and latitude to say things I probably wouldn't if I was speaking to someone face to face offline. If in doubt, just ask and I'll be happy to clarify what I really feel/intend.