I never did get that one. In my mind, woke just means wake up and be aware of what's happening around you, which sounds like a really good idea to me. I never did understand the hysteria about that one and that's that. These guys don't have enough to do.
Well, as my parents used to say if I said I was bored or needed something to do, 'I'll give you something to do.' So let's give those who think being 'woke' is wrong or who-knows-what something to do, as in 'yes, I'm woke and proud of it!'
Besides "Woke", I also enjoy being accused of being "Elite". I always tell my wing-nut accusers to consult the dictionary for the meaning of "awake", and to look up "elite" while they're at it!
Reminds me of the mysterious offense taken by the right-wing at the citing of "political" motivation for investigations. Yes, it IS political to take action against politically motivated wrong-doing against the government, against the principles of democracy, against common decency. How glad I am that we can count on a few true politicians to call a halt to the nonsense of trying to equate "political" with "nefarious."
As the true native Americans look down the Hudson Valley at a deserted New York City, one said to the other; I guess they all went back to their shit hole countries. (Donald Trump) as we are all foreigners here!
I hate to even use the term "woke". It's just the latest in a never-ending series of excuses to turn off your brain and critical thinking facilities and embrace mindless tribalism. The RightWingNuts are damned good at cooking them up.
Yeah, ages ago I started thanking people for the woke criticism, stating being awake helped me understanding what was about and thank you, I'd had enough sleep. Next. So glad we're on the same page!
Great piece Mr Hightower. I'm glad to know where and how the term " woke originated" . The attempt to co-opt it by the right is yet another egregious way they try to undermine those standing for democracy and freedom. Im proud to be woke!
Is this mouse poem you speak of the same mouse that ran up the ol’ ladys leg? I thought that one was funny and have read some of those old famous guys. They were able to joke about things i we don’t anymore. Of course once you have heard it you dont need to tell the same jokes over and over.
It was with a quiet smile that I received the news today that Bud Light has slipped to the second best selling beer in the USA in favor of Modelo Especial!
I never did get that one. In my mind, woke just means wake up and be aware of what's happening around you, which sounds like a really good idea to me. I never did understand the hysteria about that one and that's that. These guys don't have enough to do.
Well, as my parents used to say if I said I was bored or needed something to do, 'I'll give you something to do.' So let's give those who think being 'woke' is wrong or who-knows-what something to do, as in 'yes, I'm woke and proud of it!'
Besides "Woke", I also enjoy being accused of being "Elite". I always tell my wing-nut accusers to consult the dictionary for the meaning of "awake", and to look up "elite" while they're at it!
Reminds me of the mysterious offense taken by the right-wing at the citing of "political" motivation for investigations. Yes, it IS political to take action against politically motivated wrong-doing against the government, against the principles of democracy, against common decency. How glad I am that we can count on a few true politicians to call a halt to the nonsense of trying to equate "political" with "nefarious."
I fall asleep the instant any Republican begins to talk.
Yep, me too!
I wish I could! But their statements are often so infuriating that it just makes my blood boil!
As the true native Americans look down the Hudson Valley at a deserted New York City, one said to the other; I guess they all went back to their shit hole countries. (Donald Trump) as we are all foreigners here!
I hate to even use the term "woke". It's just the latest in a never-ending series of excuses to turn off your brain and critical thinking facilities and embrace mindless tribalism. The RightWingNuts are damned good at cooking them up.
Jim, I was asleep and after hearing your commentary I am "WOKE"! I think it is much, much better to walk around Woke then have your head in the sand!!
sammy B.
If you ever pledge "freedom and justice for all", then you're WOKE.
Yeah, ages ago I started thanking people for the woke criticism, stating being awake helped me understanding what was about and thank you, I'd had enough sleep. Next. So glad we're on the same page!
Great piece Mr Hightower. I'm glad to know where and how the term " woke originated" . The attempt to co-opt it by the right is yet another egregious way they try to undermine those standing for democracy and freedom. Im proud to be woke!
Is this mouse poem you speak of the same mouse that ran up the ol’ ladys leg? I thought that one was funny and have read some of those old famous guys. They were able to joke about things i we don’t anymore. Of course once you have heard it you dont need to tell the same jokes over and over.
I rather like hour new format.
Thank you, Jim Hightower for stating what I've considered obvious since the term was first used.
It was with a quiet smile that I received the news today that Bud Light has slipped to the second best selling beer in the USA in favor of Modelo Especial!
Agreed.