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Power is not always justice

The other day, when I was watching the news, I was surprised to see the headlines ``McDonald's retreating from DEI'' and ``Meta abolishes fact-checking'' at the same time.（後半に日本語文があります）

It was shocking to me that the values ​​we had built up until now could be so easily undermined by money, business, and negotiation.

The trend in society that to think, ``Because of this situation, I have to  more power.'' instead of ``Let's stand together in this situation,'' makes me feel very sad.

As a result of using power, the value of power is reproduced and reinforced. Thinking about it makes me feel heavy.

The idea of ​​valuing power is felt not only in the press but also in daily life.

For example, when talking about social care for people who have difficulties in daily life.

When we talk about nursing care and social security, we often hear people say, ``Let's help them because I might become vulnerable in the future.''

I always feel uncomfortable with this word.

This is because it sounds like the idea that if they have the power (if they are not weak) then they can make it someone else's problem.

"Power'' is not something that everyone can obtain. I feel uneasy about the trend in society that places importance on this.

However!

While there are many discouraging events, there are also many encouraging events and people who give us hope! I hope that by building on that light, I can somehow pass on that light to others.

I'm just confused!

But I also think that if I stop wondering, it will be over.

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先日、朝起きてニュースを見たら「マクドナルドが多様性施策を縮小」「メタがファクトチェックを廃止」という見出しが同時に目に入ってびっくり。

いずれもトランプ氏の大統領就任を意識したもののようですが、これまで築いてきた価値観が一国の…というか、お金やビジネスや“力”のために、こんなあっさり衰退していくって！やりきれないな。

こういうとき「こんな状況だから協力しよう」ではなく「だから、自分も力を持とう！」という流れになってしまうのが寂しい。力が幅を効かせた結果、また力の価値が再生産され、強化されていくのか…。

この、力に価値を置く考えは、報道だけじゃなくて日常生活でもよく感じま��。

例えば、障害や生活の不自由を持つ人へのケア。しばしば「自分だって将来、弱者になるかもしれないし、弱い立場の人へのケアは必要だ」という言葉を聞きますが、あれに私はいつも違和感を覚えるんです。

「力を持ちうる（弱者ではない）うちは他人事にしてても良い」というのが見える気がして。

その考えが必ずしも悪とは思わないけど、既に力を持っていない人（今後も持ち得ない人）にとって、その考え方が与える静かな理不尽さは、絶対にあると思います。

そんなわけで、強い力を持つことにやたらと価値を置く今の潮流に危機感を覚えずにはいられません。

とはいえ！落胆する一方で、励まされる出来事もあり、希望となる人だってたくさんいるのです！

その光を礎に、自分も多少なり、その光を別の人に渡していきたいな。

迷ってばっかだ！でも迷うのをやめたら、終わりだとも、思うのだよ。

[monriatitans]

LITERACY QUOTE OF THE DAY

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

“…in Afghanistan, the women refer to their illiteracy as blindness. When I asked them what they meant by that, one woman explained: ‘I couldn’t read, so I couldn’t see what was going on.’ In fewer than a dozen words, she described a system that men in power have relied on for centuries-keep women uneducated so they won’t know what’s going on.” – Sally Armstrong, Uprising: A New Age is Dawning for Every Mother’s Daughter

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Monday's Photography Inspiration - Frank Horvat

Photography is the art of not pushing the button” – Frank Horvat Frank Horvat is a renowned photographer whose career spans several decades and is marked by a diverse and influential body of work. Born in Abbazia in April 28, 1928, (now Opatija, Croatia), Horvat later moved to Switzerland and then to Milan, Italy, where he began his career as a professional photographer in the early…

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"The successful people are the ones who keep on going regardless of what is being thrown at them"

Dr. Jordan Peterson is a Canadian clinical psychologist.

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When the Hospital Becomes a Symptom: A Crisis Beyond Medicine

A groundbreaking report published by Investigate.ie On February 12, 2025, exposes a worrying reality: eight out of ten nurses report treating patients in inappropriate conditions due to a shortage of beds and resources. Hallway treatments, lack of privacy, overcrowded emergency rooms… How did we get here?

At first glance, this crisis seems to be purely about healthcare. But in reality, it reveals a much deeper issue. This hospital breakdown is not an accident—it is a symptom of a systemic problem where hospitals are no longer just places of care but spaces of management and triage of human lives.

- Is this just a temporary dysfunction, or a sign of a larger societal crisis?

- Can economic logic still be reconciled with the ethics of care?

- Are we witnessing the gradual abandonment of healthcare as a pillar of the social contract?

This is more than a medical issue—it forces us to rethink our institutions and their role in modern society.

A Hospital in Crisis: A Symptom of a Larger Breakdown

Hospitals have always been seen as guarantors of universal care, regardless of social status. But what happens when this protective space itself becomes a place of suffering and disorder?

A philosopher once foresaw this: when an institution stops fulfilling its role, it means the society that upholds it is undergoing a transformation.

Is this crisis merely a question of funding, or does it signal a deeper shift in the role of modern institutions?

Treating Patients in Hallways: A Violation of Human Dignity?

A hospital where patients receive care without privacy, in inadequate spaces, raises an essential question: how much indignity can be tolerated in the name of management?

A great moral thinker once wrote a fundamental principle:

"A human being must never be treated as a mere means, but always as an end in itself."

But what happens when hospital management no longer sees patients as individuals, but as a mere flow to be optimized?

Are we witnessing a new form of dehumanization in healthcare?

When Economic Priorities Override Medical Ethics

Today’s hospitals are no longer just places of healing—they have become facilities subjected to profitability and efficiency constraints.

A contemporary philosopher differentiates between two types of ethics:

- The ethics of care, based on human relationships and the recognition of vulnerability.

- The morality of systems, where patients are managed like figures in a hospital performance chart.

Could this shift explain why hospitals seem increasingly incapable of ensuring basic care?

The Hospital as a Reflection of a Changing Society?

Beyond the overcrowded hallways and the alarming testimonies of healthcare workers, this hospital crisis reveals a broader transformation: a world where institutions lose their meaning, and economic logic overrides human dignity.

But is this irreversible?

Are we doomed to accept this evolution, or can we rethink the role of healthcare in our societies?

The full analysis is available on Medium.

Discover how three major philosophers help us understand this crisis—and what it reveals about our time.

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Essayist & Popularizer. I analyze the world through accessible philosophical essays. Complex ideas, explained simply—to help us think about our times.

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बहू नहीं बेटी है हमारी, इस सोच पर कटाक्ष करने आ रही हैं सान्या मल्होत्रा

बॉलीवुड में कई कलाकार ऐसे हैं जो फिल्मों के ज़रिये कुछ अलग विषय दर्शकों के सामने लेकर आते हैं। उनमें से ��क हैं सान्या मल्होत्रा। वो अपनी आगामी फिल्म ‘मिसेज़’ में एक ऐसा विषय लेकर आ रही हैं जो समाज में बदलते दौर की एक सच्चाई दिखाता है। इस फिल्म में एक ऐसी कहानी है जो लगभग हर परिवार की कहानी है। फिल्म का टीज़र रिलीज़ हो चुका है। 58 सेकेंड के इस टीज़र में कहानी का सार झलक रहा है। फिल्म में सान्या के साथ निशांत दहिया लीड रोल में नजर आने वाले हैं। फिल्म जल्द ही OTT पर रिलीज़ होने वाली है।

हमारी सोसायटी में बहू के मामले में दो तरह की सोच देखने को मिलती है। एक, बहू, बहू होती है और बेटी, बेटी। वहीं दूसरी, "हम शादी कर बहू नहीं बेटी लाए हैं।" बदलते जमाने में कई बार दूसरी सोच ज्यादा सुनने को मिलती है। लेकिन क्या वाकई में ऐसा होता है? कुछ इसी स्थिति पर फिल्म आ रही है ‘मिसेज’। सान्या मल्होत्रा की ये फिल्म शादी और इसके बाद ससुराल के रिश्तों और उनसे जुड़ी पेचीदगियों पर आधारित है।

'मिसेज' फिल्म में दिखेगी एक संगीत-प्रेमी लड़की की कहानी

'मिसेज' फिल्म में सान्या एक ऐसी लड़की के किरदार में नजर आएंगी जिसे संगीत से प्यार है। वह म्यूजिक सुनते ही झूमने लगती है। शादी के बाद वह ससुराल वालों को खुश रखने की कोशिश कर रही है। ससुराल जहां उसे "बहू नहीं बेटी" की तरह रखने की बात होती है। लेकिन इस बात का दूसरा एंगल भी देखने को मिल रहा है। उसे अक्सर यह बताया जाता है कि अब जिंदगी उसके हिसाब से नहीं चल सकती।...

पूरा आर्टिकल पढ़ने के लिए नीचे दिए गए लिंक पर क्लिक करें:

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New Logo for Angry British Conservative: A Bold Shift

As the Angry British Conservative continues to grow and evolve, it’s only fitting that the branding reflects that journey. After much thought and consideration, I’ve decided to update the logo for the podcast. I’m excited to share it with you today.

My previous logo was clean, modern, and sleek. While it captured a sense of professionalism, it didn’t match the fiery energy and passion that the content embodies. As seen below.

The bold ideas, strong stances, and unapologetic tone were not quite represented in the minimalistic design. It was great for a time, but as the message behind Angry British Conservative became more vivid, it felt like the logo needed to evolve with it.

So, I set out to create something new, something with more raw energy. After experimenting with a few concepts, I came up with a design that resonates much more deeply with the spirit of the podcast and blog.

The new logo brings a vintage, textured feel to the forefront, featuring a Union Jack with a slightly distressed effect.

This approach gives the logo an almost rebellious tone, a reflection of the unapologetic, grassroots nature that Angry British Conservative stands for. It has a weathered, worn look that evokes a sense of history and tradition while still making a strong statement. There’s a certain ruggedness in it now that wasn’t present before, and it feels much more in line with the passion behind the message.

This updated logo isn’t just a cosmetic change; it’s a reflection of the direction in which the Angry British Conservative brand is heading. It’s about standing firm in beliefs, embracing history, and forging ahead with the determination to be heard, even when the road is tough. It’s bold, it’s raw, and it’s undeniably real.

So, as the logo changes, I hope you continue to follow the journey as the podcast and blog tackle the challenges of modern life with the same fervor and conviction they always have. With the new logo, we’re doubling down on the unapologetic, traditional, and passionate message that defines Angry British Conservatives.

Let me know what you think of the new design!

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