Emiliano Zapata The interesting thing about the 'manosphere' in the Global North is that a version like it already exists in my region - but it takes a very different approach. The "global north's manosphere" primarily criticizes women - with labels that range from "modern women", "304", "ran through", "expired", "used goods", etc. The Khaleeji … Continue reading An Open Letter to Jealous & Controlling Khaleeji Men: You are Not Masculine.
The Third Gulf War: A Right-on-Right Phenomenon.
The current power dynamics do matter, but in the grander scheme of things - The Zionist Republic, The Imperialist Republic, The Islamic Republic, The Monarchist Republic - all don't 'have a right to exist'. Firstly, these are all Far-Right abominations. Secondly, the only thing that does have a 'right to exist' is justice in and … Continue reading The Third Gulf War: A Right-on-Right Phenomenon.
Dear Khaleejis: Racism is the Single Worst Phenomenon on the Face of the Planet.
Picture the following: a Khaleeji future where second to third generation migrants (Filipinos, Indians, Pakistanis, Bengalis, Nepalis, Ethiopians, etc) attend public universities among Khaleeji Arabs, along with equal access to public healthcare, public housing and labor protections - with the same political voice, cultural representation and bargaining power of khaleeji Arabs. All while living in … Continue reading Dear Khaleejis: Racism is the Single Worst Phenomenon on the Face of the Planet.
The U.S. border is Genocidal.
Lucy Parson. Anarchist writer of 'mixed Mexican and Native American heritage'. "No one is illegal on stolen land". This motto is widely used, and it is indeed applicable to a wide range of US immigrants. However, there is another side of the immigration debate that is often overlooked. Broadly speaking, most "illegal immigrants" aren't even … Continue reading The U.S. border is Genocidal.
Anti-Natalism: A Non-Western Philosophy.
Abu al-ʿAlaʾ al-Maʿarri (973–1057 CE, Syria) The biggest anti-natalist movements aren't in the West, nor are they led by white eugenicists. The largest Anti-Natalist Facebook Groups They are based in the global south; largely in the Arab World. This adds up - one of the first ever anti-natalist philosophers was Abu al-ʿAlaʾ al-Maʿarri (973–1057 CE, … Continue reading Anti-Natalism: A Non-Western Philosophy.
An Open Letter to Zionists: Yes. You’re Colonizers (and Palestinians are Indigenous).
Hello. Before you ask: 1. Yes. I do condemn the atrocities you'll probably ask me to condemn - both modern and historic. You can read my detailed condemnation of the October 7th attacks here. To the best of my ability, I place justice before everything - and I'm more than prepared to actively criticize my … Continue reading An Open Letter to Zionists: Yes. You’re Colonizers (and Palestinians are Indigenous).
Activism & Justice: Beyond In-Group Alliances
If someone is able to stand up for themselves and their own people then - sure enough - that is admirable.However, it is not "revolutionary" in and of itself. It is tremendously brave, but it is better described as self-defense.It is visceral instinct that most people have - and may or may not be able … Continue reading Activism & Justice: Beyond In-Group Alliances
Mutual Autonomy: Why We Don’t Have to be a Community.
"I am like I am and you are like you are. Let's build a world where I can be, and not have to cease being me. Where you can be and not have to cease being you. A world where neither you or I will force another to be like you or me" - Subcomandante … Continue reading Mutual Autonomy: Why We Don’t Have to be a Community.
Islamist Propaganda: A One-Dimensional Universe.
Jihadist propagandists have found their way on YouTube, where they are openly calling for the execution of LGBTQ People and apostates. This article will address four of their arguments: 1. Offensive Jihad. 2. Sexual slavery. 3. Traditional values. 4 Westernisation. - To justify their support for Jihad, they have created a simple narrative that you … Continue reading Islamist Propaganda: A One-Dimensional Universe.
The Healthy Case for Radical Non-Conformity.
Before delving deeper into this subject, I'll start the reason why I personally value non-conformity in my own life. I've been blogging in the dark for over eight years, and I've been primarily doing it for one reason: I enjoy it. I don't personally see myself as a professional activist, and I'm more interested in … Continue reading The Healthy Case for Radical Non-Conformity.