The article explores a conversation between two women, Sue and Emma, regarding political beliefs and the meanings of cultural terms like 'woke'. Sue expresses frustration with the overreach of identity politics, arguing that it stifles free speech and potentially alienates marginalized groups. Emma challenges this perspective, emphasizing the importance of understanding the original context of 'woke' as an African-American term. Both women recount their enjoyable dinner and lively discussion about politics, identity, and the balance between social justice and free expression.
The term 'woke' needs to be respected and understood in its original context related to structural racism and social justice.
If you over-police language and don't consider the context, you risk excluding the very communities you aim to support.
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