gay marriage
Is it an ego objective based on an illusion, or is it an expression of true principles over 200?
Culture
vanlife or van-dwelling
Some vandwellers live this lifestyle by choice while seeking freedom, self-sufficiency, and mobility without paying for conventional stationary housing, while for others it may be one step from living on the street or in a shelter --wikipedia
masterpiece
a work done with extraordinary skill.
especially : a supreme intellectual or artistic achievement —merriam-webster.com
"Not my problem"
used to show that you do not care about somebody else's difficulties... on the other hand, it may not be your problem
airport safety/security messages
Prerecorded messages instructing security-checked passengers to not accept packages from others, to report unattended luggage, to not smoke, and to observe COVID protocols played at regular intervals, often at high volume.
T/F: women are systematically disadvantaged in western society
Social constructionists argue "that gender roles and gender inequity are instruments of power and have become social norms to maintain control over women" --wikipedia
Illuminati
Many conspiracy theories propose that world events are being controlled and manipulated by a secret society calling itself the Illuminati --wikipedia
"The Force" (Star Wars)
a metaphysical and ubiquitous power in the Star Wars fictional universe. It is manipulated by "Force-sensitive" characters --wikipedia
toxic fandoms (concept)
From ‘Justice League’ to ‘Star Wars,’ Studios Reckon With “Toxic” Fandom --hollywoodreporter.com
drag queen performances
a person, usually male, who uses drag clothing and makeup to imitate and often exaggerate female gender signifiers and gender roles for entertainment purposes --wikipedia
Why I Stand, by [NBA player] Jonathan Isaac
On July 31, 2020, the Orlando Magic starting forward Jonathan Isaac was the lone NBA player not to kneel for the national anthem amid a league-wide demonstration in support of Black Lives Matter --amazon.com
Live and Let Live (global peace movement)
The cost of achieving freedom and peace is that we must agree not to forcefully impose our personal moral views on others --liveandletlive.org
Time 100 Most Influential People 2022
Time makes it clear that entrants are recognized for changing the world, regardless of the consequences of their actions --wikipedia
ivory tower syndrome
insulation from empirical reality, especially in academia
catcalling & street harrassment
consists of unwanted sexualised comments, provocative gestures, honking, wolf-whistlings, indecent exposures, stalking, persistent sexual advances, and touching by strangers, in public areas such as streets, shopping malls and public transportation --wikipedia