Category: Activism
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From Awareness to Weapon: The Hijacking of “Woke”
The word “woke” has undergone a fascinating and contentious transformation. Initially, Black communities used the term “woke” to signify awareness of racial injustice, and leftists advocating for social justice later embraced it. Nowadays, conservatives and neoliberals have appropriated “woke” to delegitimize progressive notions. The word has its roots in Black Activism. “Woke” emerged in the…
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The Week in Stories Around the Globe
Israel’s war on Gaza live: World welcomes UN ceasefire resolution Leaders worldwide have welcomed a UN resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, while the UN chief Guterres says it must be implemented. #Gaza #FreePalestine #CeasefireNOW #VeteransForPeace World Ignores Sudan Hunger Crisis; 230,000 Children and Mothers Could Die in Coming Months Sudan is on track to become…
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The Evolved Man of the Week: Omar Shakir
Welcome to the Evolving Man Project’s “Evolved Man of the Week” profile. Each week we will highlight an individual that embodies what it means to be an evolved person, famous and non-famous individual alike. The world needs to know their stories and deeds. This week’s honor goes to the lawyer, author, activist, and the Israel…
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The Body Journey
In January 2024, Men’s Health Magazine published its survey results from it’s Men’s Health State-of-Weight Survey. They found that 1/3 of men were unhappy about their weight. Seventy percent of men in the same survey stated they felt conscious about their bodies. In our society, the focus on body image is typically directed towards women and girls.…
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The Week in Stories Around the Globe
US airman sets himself on fire outside Israel embassy to protest ‘genocide’ US media reports said Bushnell livestreamed himself on Twitch, wearing fatigues and declaring he would “not be complicit in genocide” before dousing himself in liquid. He then lit himself on fire while yelling “Free Palestine!” until he fell to the ground. The footage…
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The O.G. Files ‘Black History Month’ Edition: Lorraine Hansberry
Welcome to the Evolving Man Project’s “Black History Month” edition of the O. G. profiles. The O.G. profiles will highlight women from diverse backgrounds and how they embody the values of what it means to be an evolved person. While uplifting their contributions to making a fairer and more just society. Today, we will profile…
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The Week in Stories Around the Globe
The loss of NFL players’ collective voice “I’m pretty positive something like that will happen again,” Cambell said. “When there are 2,000 people, it’s tough to get everybody on the same page, but I do think that we are strongest when we are unified and on the same page.” I hope the players rediscover their…
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Lonely Boy II
Single Awareness Day? Valentine’s Day 2024 is upon us. It’s a day where if you’re single, society really makes you feel like a loser. Hence, some folks call V-Day the single awareness day. A 2022 Pew Research Center study found that 63% of men aged 18-29 reported being single, compared to 34% of women in the same age group. There appears…
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The Week in Stories Around The Globe
Why China Is Closely Watching The Pakistani Elections “New civilian leadership could help stop [CPEC’s] slowdown, but there’s so much uncertainty for China,” Boni said. “The relationship with the military provides continuity, but it will take more to recalibrate the CPEC.” #China #PakistanElection2024 #Politics #Economics ‘We’re waiting to be martyred’: Palestinians await Israeli attack on…
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The Week in Stories Around the Globe
In a Victory for Progressives, Chicago Is Now the Largest U.S. City to Call for a Cease-Fire “Chicago matters a lot in terms of the national political landscape,” Rodriguez Sanchez told WBEZ. “We know that the DNC is going to take place in Chicago and what Chicago does is important for the rest of the country. … It…
