Man I would leave the US in a heartbeat if I had the means, or not even the means, but the gumption, (or the youth!). I may still, who knows. Not only is the US expensive (and I live in one of the poorest, cheapest states), but I think everyone is constantly worried, as if we were living with an abuser (ICE, constant war, economic warfare on everyone) and today may be a good day but we're always waiting for the next time we piss off our abuser. That's not just me, that's the vibe in the US to anyone who's remotely sensitive or paying attention. Even those who aren't get that something is not right here.
People, especially kids, who go to different places to live & experience are, IMHO finding creative ways to deal with these times.
But I do agree with Hiroyuki that things seem to be changing. A week or two ago I taught a master class (dance) to high school kids, and they were great! Hard working and wanted to learn, and just delightful. My classes are demanding and serious. That gave me hope.
exactly. I have never regretted leaving and I left with two thousand dollars or so. I found teaching jobs (you can always teach english almost anywhere you go). But living with an abuser. Yes that is such a good description. Thats why shows like Pluribus are so popular. I am free of my abuser!!!!!! Zombies, plague, who cares....its better than waiting for the next trauma, the next bureaucratic injustice, the next state extortion. And yes there is change, there is pushback. But i think many fear leaving and they shouldnt. Its not as hard as it might seem. And yes, useful to remember that in the Netherlands 99% of homes have computers. In Norway 97%, in the US its just over 89%. In Ivory Coast its 1.68%, in Tanzania its 1%, in Ethiopia its well under 1%. In brazil its 16%. So the white west is still relatively privileged, regardless, but that doesnt disqualify them from the trauma of the state abuser. The ex pat phenom is also a reaction to the impossibility of raising a family. WHich is impossible in the US today. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSDqZOQEp95/?igsh=aXNnMm1kNmJ3MDB5
I think the mainstream networks are more concerned about their influence rather than their ratings. Their audience isn't the general public -- it's the corporate and government establishment. What they air shapes the public discussion. CNN is what's playing in the admin offices of parliaments around the world, not to mention the airport lounges and dentist's offices that don't get counted in the ratings. Programs like that Bari Weiss interview show are more like a directive to other news outlets for how they should cover certain issues. And just look at all the podcasts that pick up on the topic of the day. Nobody watches the initial program, but we're all talking about it, for better or worse.
Man I would leave the US in a heartbeat if I had the means, or not even the means, but the gumption, (or the youth!). I may still, who knows. Not only is the US expensive (and I live in one of the poorest, cheapest states), but I think everyone is constantly worried, as if we were living with an abuser (ICE, constant war, economic warfare on everyone) and today may be a good day but we're always waiting for the next time we piss off our abuser. That's not just me, that's the vibe in the US to anyone who's remotely sensitive or paying attention. Even those who aren't get that something is not right here.
People, especially kids, who go to different places to live & experience are, IMHO finding creative ways to deal with these times.
But I do agree with Hiroyuki that things seem to be changing. A week or two ago I taught a master class (dance) to high school kids, and they were great! Hard working and wanted to learn, and just delightful. My classes are demanding and serious. That gave me hope.
exactly. I have never regretted leaving and I left with two thousand dollars or so. I found teaching jobs (you can always teach english almost anywhere you go). But living with an abuser. Yes that is such a good description. Thats why shows like Pluribus are so popular. I am free of my abuser!!!!!! Zombies, plague, who cares....its better than waiting for the next trauma, the next bureaucratic injustice, the next state extortion. And yes there is change, there is pushback. But i think many fear leaving and they shouldnt. Its not as hard as it might seem. And yes, useful to remember that in the Netherlands 99% of homes have computers. In Norway 97%, in the US its just over 89%. In Ivory Coast its 1.68%, in Tanzania its 1%, in Ethiopia its well under 1%. In brazil its 16%. So the white west is still relatively privileged, regardless, but that doesnt disqualify them from the trauma of the state abuser. The ex pat phenom is also a reaction to the impossibility of raising a family. WHich is impossible in the US today. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSDqZOQEp95/?igsh=aXNnMm1kNmJ3MDB5
I think the mainstream networks are more concerned about their influence rather than their ratings. Their audience isn't the general public -- it's the corporate and government establishment. What they air shapes the public discussion. CNN is what's playing in the admin offices of parliaments around the world, not to mention the airport lounges and dentist's offices that don't get counted in the ratings. Programs like that Bari Weiss interview show are more like a directive to other news outlets for how they should cover certain issues. And just look at all the podcasts that pick up on the topic of the day. Nobody watches the initial program, but we're all talking about it, for better or worse.
really good points, michael. I think youre right
Now there is an answer to “who watches this bullshit!?”