IDENTITY

Nov 14 2024HEALTH

How Religion, Family Support, and Coming Out Affect LGBTQ+ Medical Students in Thailand

You might think that medicine is all about science and helping people, but for LGBTQ+ medical students in Thailand, other things matter too. Religion, family support, and whether they've come out or not can make a big difference in their lives. It's not always easy being different, especially in a p

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

The Divide: Identity Politics and American Elections

Donald Trump's message was clear: America should be for Americans only, implying white Americans. This resonated with many white voters, who backed him in the election. For years, Trump has played on white fears and grievances about immigrants, using harsh language and even false claims to fuel his

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Democrats Rethink Identity Politics After Harris’s Defeat

Vice President Kamala Harris’s recent election loss has Democrats questioning their commitment to identity-based politics. Harris’s race and gender helped her rise quickly in politics, but her focus on identity issues in her presidential campaign didn’t resonate with voters. She defended actor Jussi

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Why Some Democrats Are Struggling to Connect with Voters

After a tough election loss, some Democrats are rethinking their stance on gender issues. They believe that focusing too much on not offending anyone has made them seem out of touch with everyday voters. For example, a Democratic representative from Massachusetts, Seth Moulton, recently spoke out ab

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Democrats' Push for Trans Rights: Too Fast?

Republicans have historically been slow to support civil rights, including interracial marriage and LGBTQ+ rights. Now, the debate surrounding trans rights has become a hot topic, especially leading up to the presidential election. Democratic Representative Seth Moulton recently sparked controversy

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Woke Politics: Did It Cost Democrats the Election?

On Monday's "Morning Joe" show, co-hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough read aloud a New York Times column by Maureen Dowd. The column argued that the Democratic Party's focus on identity politics, often called "woke" politics, hurt their chances in the 2024 election. Dowd wrote that this focus

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Nov 09 2024EDUCATION

Classrooms as Identity Labs: Kids Talk, Teachers Listen

In a surprising twist, a recent study in Norway found that letting kids take the lead in class discussions can shape their sense of national identity. Researchers dug into 289 writing assignments and 33 group chats from six high schools. They discovered that when teachers stepped back, something ama

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Nov 08 2024EDUCATION

Revamping History Lessons: Is 'Our Island Story' Enough?

Everyone loves a good story, right? And where better to learn one than at school? That's why some folks think it's a great idea to focus history lessons on the exciting tales of our nation's past. This way, students can feel proud of their country and get along with their neighbors. In England, thou

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Nov 08 2024ENTERTAINMENT

YouTube Influencers Shaping Urban Identity in Multicultural Cities

Adolescents today are heavily influenced by social media stars, often known as influencers. These role models can play a big part in helping teens understand their identity. In cities filled with diverse cultures, local influencers might hold extra importance. For kids growing up in a multi-cultural

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Trump's 2024 Victory: The Role of Masculinity and Identity Politics

In 2024, the presidential election was all about masculine identity and who centers gender in policy. Donald Trump's strategy of targeting frustrated men, particularly white men, worked despite the usual low turnout among males. The Supreme Court's 2022 Dobbs decision, which affected women's reprodu

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