When the Pendulum Swings Too Far
My take on cancel culture35 total reviews
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Well written.
'Fraid I agree with your editor, even though I tend toward the inflammatory myself.
On race issues, I try to put myself in other's shoes.
I disagree with 'cancelling' historical facts, but why glorify evil? John Wilkes Booth probably loved his mother and treated his dog kindly, but that moment of evil erased all that went before.
Speaking of pendulum swings, though, I really wish there weren't those who try to glom onto movements just for their own 'me too' moment. But the longer justice is put off, the more expensive the remedy. Those 5 who beat Rodney King were never punished. And Derrick Chauvin would not have been without a video recording his murder of George Floyd.
You said that things will work themselves out. Not always. How many suffered and died, as did generations after them, before truly free? And still, some continue to deprive groups of people of their votes.
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Well written.
'Fraid I agree with your editor, even though I tend toward the inflammatory myself.
On race issues, I try to put myself in other's shoes.
I disagree with 'cancelling' historical facts, but why glorify evil? John Wilkes Booth probably loved his mother and treated his dog kindly, but that moment of evil erased all that went before.
Speaking of pendulum swings, though, I really wish there weren't those who try to glom onto movements just for their own 'me too' moment. But the longer justice is put off, the more expensive the remedy. Those 5 who beat Rodney King were never punished. And Derrick Chauvin would not have been without a video recording his murder of George Floyd.
You said that things will work themselves out. Not always. How many suffered and died, as did generations after them, before truly free? And still, some continue to deprive groups of people of their votes.
Comment Written 07-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thank you very much for your review. I appreciate you reading my work.
Comment from Pam (respa)
Good artwork and op-ed piece to go with it. You have used many good examples of how our society and the way it is viewed is changing. It's rewriting history to suit whatever cause some people are making a point about. I like how you give examples to counter it later in the piece, and I agree. If a book offends you, don't buy it, and so on.
I learned a lot about people who did good things, but a certain group doesn't like it so it is changed, taken off the market, or torn down by special interest groups. If I remember right, I think you were a teacher. I was, too, and I am glad I don't have to face what they do today with parents complaining and wanting certain things changed, etc. I'm glad you feel better after writing and sharing this.
A couple of small things: If it had one gold button [It had one gold button...]
When he released the video [comma after video]
in a bad light [you forgot the period at the end]
to suit their own agenda it's hard [comma after agenda]
wrong and everyone [I would change 'and' to because]
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Good artwork and op-ed piece to go with it. You have used many good examples of how our society and the way it is viewed is changing. It's rewriting history to suit whatever cause some people are making a point about. I like how you give examples to counter it later in the piece, and I agree. If a book offends you, don't buy it, and so on.
I learned a lot about people who did good things, but a certain group doesn't like it so it is changed, taken off the market, or torn down by special interest groups. If I remember right, I think you were a teacher. I was, too, and I am glad I don't have to face what they do today with parents complaining and wanting certain things changed, etc. I'm glad you feel better after writing and sharing this.
A couple of small things: If it had one gold button [It had one gold button...]
When he released the video [comma after video]
in a bad light [you forgot the period at the end]
to suit their own agenda it's hard [comma after agenda]
wrong and everyone [I would change 'and' to because]
Comment Written 07-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thank you very much for your review I appreciate you reading my work.
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You are very welcome.
Comment from Jim Wile
No 6s left or you'd get one for this, Earl. This was a tour de force and very well said. I especially loved the line, "History isn't there to be liked or disliked. It's there to learn from."
You didn't say it, but most all the canceling seems to be coming from one side of the political spectrum--the left. I don't know why they want to declare themselves victims about everything; it just makes them look weak in my eyes. I wish they would grow up and quit acting like babies.
If their arguments and positions about things are solid, then let them stand up to the other side; don't suppress the other side. Deep down, I think they know that many of their ideas don't really pass muster and are indefensible, so they must tear down the other side so they don't have to compete with it.
Your editor is a coward.
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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No 6s left or you'd get one for this, Earl. This was a tour de force and very well said. I especially loved the line, "History isn't there to be liked or disliked. It's there to learn from."
You didn't say it, but most all the canceling seems to be coming from one side of the political spectrum--the left. I don't know why they want to declare themselves victims about everything; it just makes them look weak in my eyes. I wish they would grow up and quit acting like babies.
If their arguments and positions about things are solid, then let them stand up to the other side; don't suppress the other side. Deep down, I think they know that many of their ideas don't really pass muster and are indefensible, so they must tear down the other side so they don't have to compete with it.
Your editor is a coward.
Comment Written 07-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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I have found that those who protest stuff nowadays don't have the convictions to accept consequences of their actions, Freedom Ain't Free.Thank you very much for your review I appreciate you reading my work.
Comment from royowen
I completely an utterly agree with, how can truth possibly be a lie? If one manipulates history by changing it because it offends political correctness, truth becomes a lie, how can that change what happened, isn't history, or rather, the past a teacher? Otherwise it may be repeated, that isn't good. But fighting for one's belief may be a wrong belief, but the heart of the soldier is still pure, he has parents who will grieve for him/her. How can truth be wrong? The Bible is right. Isaiah 5:20 Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Yep, it's happening, bless you, great post, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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I completely an utterly agree with, how can truth possibly be a lie? If one manipulates history by changing it because it offends political correctness, truth becomes a lie, how can that change what happened, isn't history, or rather, the past a teacher? Otherwise it may be repeated, that isn't good. But fighting for one's belief may be a wrong belief, but the heart of the soldier is still pure, he has parents who will grieve for him/her. How can truth be wrong? The Bible is right. Isaiah 5:20 Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Yep, it's happening, bless you, great post, blessings Roy
Comment Written 06-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thank you very much for your review Roy. I appreciate you reading my work.
Comment from BermyBye50
Earl,
You've written what to me ought to be the winning entry in the Write A Rant contest. You've written a rant that covers all of the unbelievable nonsense today's generations (from baby boomers to millennials) have substituted for common sense. This revisionist 21st century society do not have the ability to discern the truth or know the difference between right or wrong anymore. Their from the hip reflex sensibility is fueled by the advent of social medias addictive hold and captivity of their minds and the prevalence of fake news created to confuse via unscrupulous individuals using the newest AI technology to make a quick buck.
And these are the generations that are to inherit the future of life on planet earth??!!!. Having little or no moral grounding or value system this information age has produced multiple generations of entitled souls who sadly will be the ones responsible for the future extinction of mankind. This end my response to your masterfully written rant.
If only I had another 6 stars to give.
All the best in the contest,
Eugene
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Earl,
You've written what to me ought to be the winning entry in the Write A Rant contest. You've written a rant that covers all of the unbelievable nonsense today's generations (from baby boomers to millennials) have substituted for common sense. This revisionist 21st century society do not have the ability to discern the truth or know the difference between right or wrong anymore. Their from the hip reflex sensibility is fueled by the advent of social medias addictive hold and captivity of their minds and the prevalence of fake news created to confuse via unscrupulous individuals using the newest AI technology to make a quick buck.
And these are the generations that are to inherit the future of life on planet earth??!!!. Having little or no moral grounding or value system this information age has produced multiple generations of entitled souls who sadly will be the ones responsible for the future extinction of mankind. This end my response to your masterfully written rant.
If only I had another 6 stars to give.
All the best in the contest,
Eugene
Comment Written 06-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thank you very much for your review Eugene. I appreciate the virtual six and taking the time to read my work.
Comment from aryr
Good luck wishes regarding the contest entry, Earl. I agree with you totally, if you have problems what ever you are watching, reading or enjoying, don't be bothered with it. Let it go, say goodbye! Blessings n Peace!!!
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Good luck wishes regarding the contest entry, Earl. I agree with you totally, if you have problems what ever you are watching, reading or enjoying, don't be bothered with it. Let it go, say goodbye! Blessings n Peace!!!
Comment Written 06-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thank you very much for your review. I appreciate you taking the time to read my work.
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You are most welcome, Earl.
Comment from damommy
Two virtual sixes!!!! I've read the reviews on this and I agree with everything you and they have said. I won't repeat any of it. Just know I think you are 100% right. I fear for this country. It's being taken away from us by the very people that should be protecting it. As a whole, society has forsaken God, and that's never good. It's amazing how a relatively handful of people can change things while the majority of us do nothing but complain. Me included. But where do we start? Is it too late? You have a winner in the contest if all the voters read this.
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Two virtual sixes!!!! I've read the reviews on this and I agree with everything you and they have said. I won't repeat any of it. Just know I think you are 100% right. I fear for this country. It's being taken away from us by the very people that should be protecting it. As a whole, society has forsaken God, and that's never good. It's amazing how a relatively handful of people can change things while the majority of us do nothing but complain. Me included. But where do we start? Is it too late? You have a winner in the contest if all the voters read this.
Comment Written 06-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thank you very much for your review. I appreciate the virtual six and you taking the time to read my work. And I agree we've turned too far away from God.
Comment from Jesse James Doty
I agree wholeheartedly that there are too many people who want to cancel culture. I have the same opinion as you. We need to try to get along with each other. The examples you used are plenty and aim at getting us to evaluate the state of affairs in our country.
Well, I am of the same opinion as you!
Let's try to get along and not complain about every single thing that comes along.
Jesse
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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I agree wholeheartedly that there are too many people who want to cancel culture. I have the same opinion as you. We need to try to get along with each other. The examples you used are plenty and aim at getting us to evaluate the state of affairs in our country.
Well, I am of the same opinion as you!
Let's try to get along and not complain about every single thing that comes along.
Jesse
Comment Written 06-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thank you very much for your review Jesse. I appreciate you taking the time to read my work.
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You're welcome, Earl.
Comment from Terry Broxson
Earl, you got a good rant. I think it could do well in the contest. Good luck.
I do believe the left has gone too far left...and the right has gone too far right. And quoting Rodney King is a great way to end. Well done. Terry.
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Earl, you got a good rant. I think it could do well in the contest. Good luck.
I do believe the left has gone too far left...and the right has gone too far right. And quoting Rodney King is a great way to end. Well done. Terry.
Comment Written 06-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thank you very much for your review Terry. I appreciate you taking the time to read my work.
Comment from Liz O'Neill
Maybe you can explain to me what cancel culture means. I hear it over and over never gotten a definition. I am the same: "I'm seeing I feel compelled to speak out about." So trying to cancel anything offensive? Like people who are different, ie, Native Americans, people of color, people of different dress, of different lifestyles? Is that what it means?
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2023
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Maybe you can explain to me what cancel culture means. I hear it over and over never gotten a definition. I am the same: "I'm seeing I feel compelled to speak out about." So trying to cancel anything offensive? Like people who are different, ie, Native Americans, people of color, people of different dress, of different lifestyles? Is that what it means?
Comment Written 06-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2023
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The practice or tendency of engaging in mass canceling as a way of expressing disapproval and exerting social pressure. For example removing Confederate statues. The example of Nike pulling the Betsy Ross shoes because of Kapoernick is a good one. Remember the show Last Man Standing? It was canceled because of Obama bashing by ABC. I don't know how old you are but I grew up in the 1970s and remember stuff that would never see the light of day now because of the current climate. I guess to put it in my own word Cancel culture is Political Correctness run amok.
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I am 76 ...thank you for the explanation. This is the first explanation I've gotten.