Pacifism is a Privilege
Recently, I was chatting with someone who was curious to hear my take on the current situation on the frontlines of the russia–Ukraine war. Over time, I have learned that about 75% of the time, I will have to hear some sort of russian propaganda when discussing anything Ukraine-related. I know that it is my responsibility to share the truth, and most of the time I am happy to offer a counter-narrative and engage in meaningful discussion if the other person is willing to open
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Honouring Sacrifice: What do we owe our veterans?
When I was in third grade, we had a special visitor during one of our classes: a World War II veteran, an old and fragile man who was...
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Oppression Olympics, Whataboutism, and How We Exercise Humanity in the Face of Adversity
As someone studying to become a professional social worker, I often find myself reflecting on complex issues like social justice,...
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