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This could have been a much broader critique. I find it deeply unsatisfying that the author limited themselves to grumbling about the last week in American poli
by forgetfreeman 2y ago
This could have been a much broader critique. I find it deeply unsatisfying that the author limited themselves to grumbling about the last week in American politics. It suggests we are intended to derive meaning and direction from a handful of individuals who are profoundly unqualified to provide either.
- imiric 2y agoThe amount of shocking events that happened in the last week alone would've been spread out over an entire year a few decades ago. It's futile to discuss a broader picture in US politics now that insanity and outrage have become the norm.
- forgetfreeman 2y agoI agree. My point being the phenomenon the author is complaining about is hardly limited to the political arena.
- throw_pm23 2y agoAnd even from the last week being quite selective: omitting for example, the ending of a terrible war that killed 50k+ civilians with a negotiated ceasefire.
- quadhome 2y agoLet’s give it a few weeks.