One more time today I’ll say…I am grateful

@nicolelmartin.bsky.social

Just a reminder that not speaking at all, acting indifferent, and not raising your voice all have nothing in the world to do with peacemaking.

Being aloof is not a fruit of the Spirit. Being above the fray is not Christlikeness.

“Fascism is cured by reading.” -Miguel de Unamuno

If you are a Trump supporter attempting to justify your vote by clarifying that you don’t condone his racism, misogyny, criminality, narcissism, bullish nature, or sexual abuse, please understand that the fact that none of these things were dealbreakers for you, reveals who you really are.

The authoritarian playbook … capitalize on social grievance and unrest, direct blame onto people/groups not remotely responsible, convince the populous they are rooting out corruption, draining the swamp and taking down the “elites,” all while becoming/owning the corrupt, elitist swamp.

Those who are disconnected from the weight of this election, who are telling other people to “calm down” or that there is “nothing to be afraid of,” aren’t in close proximity with vulnerable people who have legitimate reasons to be afraid.

The future of democracy may very well depend on our ability to become media literate and to protect ourselves from disinformation and propaganda. These are my most often recommended books for anyone ready for a deep dive.

#propaganda #disinformation #medialiteracy #conspiracytheories