Pity. The ads made me think that it might be something like the movie “Enchanted,” which I enjoyed. The latter was a charming film about a character from a fairy tale who’s transported to the real world and has to … Continue reading →
[NOTE: I wrote about the “Fast Car” brouhaha involving the Luke Combs cover version two days ago. That sparked further thoughts – thus, this post.] The strength of the song “Fast Car” is due in no small part to its … Continue reading →
From commenter “AesopFan” on the thread about the two versions of the song “Fast Car”: It is profoundly weird that people who claim to be standing up for gays and lesbians are actually the ones erasing the history and achievements … Continue reading →
Children used to be taught that it was a danger sign if anyone asked them to keep something a secret, especially if that “something” was related to sex. And children were taught that they shouldn’t keep secrets, either. Now that’s … Continue reading →
I missed this story back when it first happened, in April of 2022. This explains what I’m referring to: A large organization that drives the training of U.S. librarians and their use of public funds has chosen a self-described “Marxist … Continue reading →
[Hat tip: commenter “Bob Wilson.”) Here’s a good example of the workings of the hierarchy of victimhood in the Woke world: Eventbrite is facing blowback for taking down an event page for women advocating on behalf of single-sex spaces on … Continue reading →
It’s one that can be helpful for all parents, including those who are not willing to unquestionably “affirm” their child’s choice. Most books today on the subject encourage parents to do the latter; this book is by two therapists who … Continue reading →
As I’ve done a deep dive into the transgender phenomenon and its current abuses regarding the medical treatment of children, I’ve watched an enormous number of really informative videos. I’ve only linked to a couple here, but there are many … Continue reading →
I’m not sure that “internalized misogyny” is the correct term for the self-hatred of her own womanhood that Elliot Page, the former Ellen Page, reveals in her memoir. But whatever you call it, it’s something very toxic, and I think … Continue reading →
Is a biological male. Is anyone the least bit surprised at this development, in which Rikkie Valeria Kolle has won the Miss Netherlands title?: A man just won “Miss Netherlands” 2023. Considering the fact that we live in a post-Truth … Continue reading →
I believe a similar law is in the works in California. Coming soon to a state near you? Jonathan Turley describes the British legislation: As the debate rages in the United States over parental notification and authority in cases involving … Continue reading →
I often use Wiki for reference, although I’m aware that it’s better for some things than for others. It’s pretty good on non-political topics, and some historical events. It’s an easy shortcut to getting the gist of a topic, and … Continue reading →