Ex-NYT Reporter: Americans Acknowledge Trump’s Validity, Awaken from ‘Woke Slumber’
Former NYT Reporter: Americans Seeing Trump Was Right, Coming Out of ‘Woke Slumber’
Former New York Times reporter Bari Weiss believes that a “political awakening” is taking place in the United States, and she argues that the recent Hamas attacks in Israel have played a significant role in sparking this change.
In a compelling piece co-written with Oliver Wiseman for The Free Press, Weiss provides examples of individuals who have experienced a shift in their political views as a result of the attacks. One person, who used to consider themselves a “conscientious objector” in the culture wars, stated, “Not anymore. October 7 changed that.”
Weiss and Wiseman highlight how even liberal and progressive individuals have started discussing topics such as border security and immigration, and some have even admitted to watching Fox News. This shift in perspective is indicative of a larger trend.
Welcome, Bari https://t.co/QrPC0VklPc
— Mark R. Levin (@marklevinshow) October 24, 2023
The authors also reference billionaire venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya, who recently admitted that he was wrong about former President Donald Trump and now appreciates what Trump was able to accomplish. Palihapitiya, who voted for Hillary Clinton in 2016 and Joe Biden in 2020, acknowledges that many of the actions taken by the Trump administration were actually beneficial.
NEW: Billionaire and Democrat voter Chamath Palihapitiya admits that he was wrong about President Trump and says he now “appreciates” what Trump was able to do.
Chamath also said Trump Derangement Syndrome did more damage than Trump ever did.
“The work on the border wall, we… pic.twitter.com/vV4e2Y3XFJ
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) October 17, 2023
Palihapitiya specifically mentions the Abraham Accords between Israel and the Persian Gulf states as an example of the Trump administration’s accomplishments. He questions why people are so quick to dismiss the message based on their dislike of the messenger.
Weiss and Wiseman also highlight a column by Konstantin Kisin titled “The Day the Delusions Died,” in which he argues that the recent Hamas attacks have shattered the illusion that wokeness is about protecting victims and standing up for persecuted minorities. Kisin emphasizes that this ideology is ultimately about power.
Overall, there is a growing realization among Americans that they may have been misguided in their previous beliefs. This awakening is causing individuals to reevaluate their political stances and consider alternative perspectives.
Weiss, who founded The Free Press after resigning from The New York Times, has been vocal about the lack of intellectual curiosity and self-censorship within the media industry. She believes that it is crucial to listen to different viewpoints and not dismiss them based on preconceived notions.
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Why do Weiss and Wiseman argue that the awakening to the dangers of ideological extremism is not exclusive to any particular political ideology
In his column, Kisin writes, “Just look at what happened when Hamas decided to bombard the hell out of Israel. The same people who break down crying on Twitter when someone makes a joke about their preferred pronouns suddenly transform into unsympathetic observers.” He goes on to argue that the events in Israel have exposed the hypocrisy and double standards of the woke movement.
Furthermore, Weiss and Wiseman discuss how the recent rise in anti-Semitic attacks has forced many individuals to confront the reality of institutionalized anti-Semitism and question the narratives promoted by the woke left. They note that some people have realized that the woke ideology they once embraced lacks the nuance and understanding needed to address complex issues.
Many scared Jews (and non-Jews) on left, not sure what to do or say about antisemitism they see right now.
Please listen to @freebasicus (read mudug23) today about the betrayals, illusions and other important things.
For example: all antisemitism is evil.
— Jonah Goldberg (@JonahDispatch) October 14, 2023
Weiss and Wiseman contend that these recent events are waking Americans up to the dangers of ideological extremism and the need for a more nuanced and fact-based approach to politics. They argue that the rise of cancel culture, the suppression of free speech, and the demonization of dissenting views have fueled a growing disillusionment with woke ideology.
The authors conclude by stating that the awakening they observe is not exclusive to any particular political ideology. They assert that people from all sides of the political spectrum are beginning to question the prevailing narratives and recognize the flaws in the woke movement. This political awakening, they argue, is a sign that Americans are finally coming out of their “woke slumber” and are starting to see the truth.
Overall, Weiss and Wiseman’s article highlights the changing political landscape in America and the impact that recent events, particularly the Hamas attacks in Israel, have had on shifting people’s perspectives. They argue that Americans are increasingly realizing the pitfalls of woke ideology and are seeking a more balanced and fact-based approach to politics.
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