Calling all bitches [View all]
Obligatory disclaimer: As a lesbian in the Crone phase of my life, I wholeheartedly embrace the term "bitch" as a retaking and female empowering of a term used by the patriarchy to put down women. I am activating my bitch power. Please read on. If you disagree, argue here.
Edit to clarify that men and everyone else are welcome to join, too. Not reserved for women. Bitches unite and let's kick some ass!
Regarding this crisis: I've noticed that people who want power over others focus on that one goal. They aren't distracted by other issues, such as questioning themselves, worrying about how others feel, etc. This is how they build power. Everybody else is trying to live their lives, with a complicated mix of feelings and goals. The bullies take advantage of that. Nice people try to see the good in everyone, assume everyone is acting in good faith, and they don't like to make judgments. They try to figure out what's going on and want to believe everyone is being sincere. This gives bullies all the power.
It takes a lot of courage for nice people to stand up and do or say something that seems "not nice." Like, calling somebody a liar. It's hard for a lot of people.
I'm beginning to see a natural role for bitches like me during this crisis. I'm not a particularly nice person. I don't mind calling people liars.
Hmmmm....
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