Benjamin Netanyahu came to New York, addressed the United Nations General Assembly, and, perhaps unsurprisingly, protests followed. Hundreds of people gathered outside the United Nations to protest Netanyahu’s appearance and Israel’s conduct in Gaza. The demonstrations included Jewish, Palestinian and other New Yorkers, along with elected officials, candidates and activists. At one demonstration on Thursday,Continue reading “When Politics Meets Reality: Netanyahu, Mamdani, the NYPD, and Trump”
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You know what? Who gives a fuck what celebrities think about Israel and Palestine?
Seriously. I’ve been seeing people sharing lists of celebrities who are pro-Palestine and celebrities who are pro-Israel. And I’m just sitting here thinking: Who gives a fuck? Why are we treating celebrities like they’re the fucking deciding factor in this conflict? I don’t care whether a celebrity is pro-Palestine. I don’t care whether they’re pro-Israel.Continue reading “You know what? Who gives a fuck what celebrities think about Israel and Palestine?”
Everyone, just shut the fuck up about Israel and Gaza.
Yes, I’m talking about the whole Pink and Macklemore situation. Macklemore speaks out about Gaza and Palestine. Pink shares criticism of his comments/performance. And now the internet gets another celebrity feud over Israel and Gaza. And honestly? I’m fucking tired of it. Look, I still want the best for Gaza and for the Palestinian people.Continue reading “Everyone, just shut the fuck up about Israel and Gaza.”
My Red Line: The United States Should Not Be Threatening Israel With Bombs, and I Don’t Care Who That Makes Me Sound Like
I want to be upfront about something before I get into this, which is that I did not expect to be writing a post defending Israel from the United States, of all configurations, and I am writing it anyway, because what I am seeing happen right now bothers me enough that I am willing toContinue reading “My Red Line: The United States Should Not Be Threatening Israel With Bombs, and I Don’t Care Who That Makes Me Sound Like”
Imuâs Theme: A Soundtrack That Speaks to Our Worldâs Darkest Realities
There are few pieces of music in fiction that manage to transcend their original medium, that feel so universal and oppressive that they resonate with the state of the real world. Imuâs theme, from One Piece, is one such piece of music. While it works perfectly within the anime as the ominous soundtrack of aContinue reading “Imuâs Theme: A Soundtrack That Speaks to Our Worldâs Darkest Realities”
From Comfort to Unsettling: How One Piece Became Too Real After Wano
One Piece has been my comfort show for as long as I can remember. The sense of adventure, the humor, and the charactersâ unyielding pursuit of their dreams always provided an escape, a world where I could momentarily forget about the complexities and chaos of the real world. The Straw Hat Piratesâ journey was filledContinue reading “From Comfort to Unsettling: How One Piece Became Too Real After Wano”
Why Hasanâs Dog Drama Is More Important Than Gaza
Yeah, I said it. Hasan Pikerâs dog collar controversy is more important than Gaza. That sounds ridiculous on the surface, right? Like an unserious take. Like Iâm being flippant about a genocide. But Iâm not. Iâm being brutally honest, in the most uncomfortable way possible. Because when you really sit down and think about itContinue reading “Why Hasanâs Dog Drama Is More Important Than Gaza”
Between Hope and Ash â The Unresolved Fate of the October 7 Hostages
They say time heals. But what if time only stretches the wound wider? What if it doesnât close anything, only reveals more of what we refuse to face? One morning, ordinary people were taken â dragged from homes, from safety, from existence â and two years later, the world is still repeating the same promise:Continue reading “Between Hope and Ash â The Unresolved Fate of the October 7 Hostages”
Walking Out on Netanyahu: Why Shunning is Not Radical Empathy
When Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rose to speak before the United Nations General Assembly in September 2025, many delegates responded by standing up and walking out. The gesture was meant to be symbolicâa protest against Israelâs ongoing war on Gaza, widely described by human rights organizations as genocidal in nature. The walkout was coveredContinue reading “Walking Out on Netanyahu: Why Shunning is Not Radical Empathy”
Whatâs Happening with the Israel and Palestine Conflict Right Now? A Progressive Perspective
The Israel and Palestine conflict has been one of the most complex and persistent geopolitical issues of the modern era, stretching back over a century. Despite the ongoing peace talks, ceasefires, and countless international interventions, the situation remains deeply entrenched in cycles of violence, displacement, and political stalemate. With the global spotlight increasingly focused onContinue reading “Whatâs Happening with the Israel and Palestine Conflict Right Now? A Progressive Perspective”