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Anatomy of a non-scandal: the defence of Allison Pearson reveals how free speech' has been weaponised | Jane Martinson

The Allison Pearson saga highlights the complexities of free speech and racial sensitivity in modern media.

Artists wary of discussing Gaza war, says Jeremy Deller

The culture war has made artists hesitant to engage in discussions about the Israel-Palestine conflict.
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Engineer, hacker and Ron DeSantis fan: five things about Kemi Badenoch

Badenoch leverages her engineering background for analytical problem-solving, while also engaging in aggressive cultural politics.

The culture warrior and the populist: Badenoch and Jenrick in profile

Kemi Badenoch is a prominent Conservative figure who challenges contemporary cultural narratives with conservative views on identity, feminism, and historical discussions.

Engineer, hacker and Ron DeSantis fan: five things about Kemi Badenoch

Badenoch leverages her engineering background for analytical problem-solving, while also engaging in aggressive cultural politics.

The culture warrior and the populist: Badenoch and Jenrick in profile

Kemi Badenoch is a prominent Conservative figure who challenges contemporary cultural narratives with conservative views on identity, feminism, and historical discussions.
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Kemi Badenoch: The one person who can beat Keir Starmer or too much of a risk?

Kemi Badenoch is a leading candidate in the Conservative Party leadership race, seen as a strong contender but also a polarizing figure.

Tory leadership hopefuls focused on weird' issues, Lib Dem deputy claims

The Tory leadership contenders are perceived as disconnected from the public's primary concerns, focusing instead on niche culture war issues.

Kemi Badenoch: The one person who can beat Keir Starmer or too much of a risk?

Kemi Badenoch is a leading candidate in the Conservative Party leadership race, seen as a strong contender but also a polarizing figure.

Tory leadership hopefuls focused on weird' issues, Lib Dem deputy claims

The Tory leadership contenders are perceived as disconnected from the public's primary concerns, focusing instead on niche culture war issues.
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What a 100-Year-Old Trial Reveals About America

The Scopes trial exemplifies the long-standing American culture war between faith and science, with fears shaping societal behavior.
Brenda Wineapple's book highlights the relevance of historical fears in understanding contemporary political divides.

Bathroom Battles looks at the culture war over bathrooms.

The Republican party is targeting transgender individuals in culture wars, particularly regarding bathroom choice, which should be assessed through a utilitarian lens.

Far from ideal': DeSantis's war on woke' colleges goes painfully awry

Ron DeSantis's administration faces backlash over controversial book removals at universities, drawing parallels to historical censorship and sparking political outrage.

'Assassin's Creed Shadows' and How 'DEI' Became Gamergate 2.0's Rallying Cry

Controversy erupts over the inclusion of Black samurai Yasuke in Assassin's Creed, reviving discussions on diversity in gaming and Gamergate 2.0.

Why Portugal's controversial logo reversal is sad news for graphic design

Logo design controversies can stir up cultural and political debates, with reactions sometimes disproportionate to the actual design.

Jewish Students Describe Facing Antisemitism on Campus to Members of Congress

Jewish students feel unsafe on campus due to antisemitism
University administrations accused of not taking complaints seriously

Why Google's 'woke' AI problem won't be an easy fix

Gemini, Google's AI tool, faced criticism in the online culture war.
Gemini's responses on various topics were criticized for being over-politically correct.

A New, Gay-Friendly St. Patrick's Day Parade Is Coming to Staten Island

Staten Island to host inclusive St. Patrick's Day parade
Resolution of dispute between L.G.B.T.Q. groups and parade organizers

The worst film ever made': how Sex Lives of the Potato Men broke British cinema

A British sex comedy sparked a culture war that impacted UK film industry.
The film's reception caused distress to the actors involved.

Paul Kendrick: Democrats should focus on substantive issues instead of culture war debates

Democrats should focus on issues that matter most to parents, like strong fundamental skills in reading, math, and science.
Parents are less concerned about political debates and more focused on providing opportunities for students to succeed and creating safe school environments.

Starmer to defend RNLI and National Trust from desperate' Tory culture war

Keir Starmer accuses the Conservatives of attacking institutions like the RNLI and National Trust to fuel a culture war.
Starmer defends the institutions, arguing that the Tories have demonized them in their pursuit of power.

How clashing interpretations of Martin Luther King's legacy fuels the fight over DEI and affirmative action

Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech still resonates today
There is a culture war over the interpretation of King's quotes

After January 6

President Biden delivers his first speech of the year in Pennsylvania.
Republicans are focusing on campus speech and DEI initiatives as the next battleground in the culture war.

A WFH 'culture war' has broken out across Europe, with the U.K. leading the charge as the most WFH-friendly country, while France lags behind

The rise of working from home is reshaping the traditional office environment, leading to a culture war between employees and management worldwide.
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