Identity has become a divisive political concept around the world. In recent years appeals to group identity have warrant the election of Donald Trump.
Racism and Prejudice articles on Democracy Chronicles
Racism is a belief that all members of each race possess abilities specific to that race, so as to distinguish it as inferior or superior to another race. Also check out our section on World Democracy or our more general articles on History.
White South African Worker Strike Reflects Challenges Ahead
White South African workers have gone to the streets to protest discrimination. This is a first in country’s history. The apartheid system abolished in 1994 largely favored the white minority.
Twitter in Controversial Ban on Alex Jones and Infowars
Social media company Twitter has permanently banned far-right media personality Alex Jones for violating its policy against “abusive behavior.”
How Trump Turned Republicans Against John McCain
McCain lost the presidency because of integrity and honor, what the Deplorables no longer respect. McCain didn’t fight hard and dirty enough in their eyes, winning is all that matters in their world.
Trump Administration Faces New Revelations About Ties To Far Right
Democracy Now! carried out an interesting interview with Richard Cohen on new revelations of close ties that Trump’s aides have with white supremacists.
Trump’s Top Economic Adviser Hosted White Nationalist
New revelations of close ties that Trump’s aides have with white supremacists emerge. Top economic adviser, Larry Kudlow’s hosting of Peter Brimelow is a case in point.
My Thoughts On The NFL Anthem Protest Controversy
I too love our nation and our flag. We should strive to be a nation where everyone wants to stand for the flag, rather than one that forces and coerces citizens to do so.
How Comic-Con Shows Relevance of Comic Books to Political Debate
Fans say these superheroes represent an ideal that people and those in positions of power should try to emulate
Highlighting the Political Impact of ‘Hairspray’ on its 30th Anniversary
Most of the film’s surviving stars gathered Monday at the Academy for a special screening of the film
Yellowstone National Park and the Virtue of Being Brown
The poor are an important part of the American economic food chain. While they are threatened, scrutinized and hated upon, they are still needed. They are the spenders and consumers helping produce the world’s largest economy.