politics
Sure, ‘Woke 1’ had its issues – but we have far bigger problems on our hands
AOC’s remarks about past excesses have been ripped out of context. Progressives shouldn’t get roped into this sideshow
TL;DR
- The term "Woke 1.0" refers to the period between 2018 and 2021 when social justice language was prominent.
- Some progressives, like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, are using "Woke 1.0" to distance themselves from that era and signal a new political direction.
- Conservatives are using "Woke 1.0" to criticize progressive policies and politicians, citing increased crime rates.
- The article argues that focusing on "Woke 1.0" distracts from more significant current issues such as government misconduct, threats to reproductive rights, and human rights abuses.
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