The Dangers of Normalizing a Trump Presidency

Just issues, news, and other stuff that matters to you [Fusion] November 14, 2016 It’s Monday and the world is still standing, despite [massive protests] and[a wave of abominable hate crimes]. We learned that [a white nationalist] was hired for the White House; meanwhile, our future president [discussed his ambivalence] (at best) [on abortion rights]. People are having nightmares about [climate change]. But the good news is that [Obama is around for 66 more days] and he [can still use ‘em]; activists are [getting organized] and [showing their true (neon) colors]; comedians like [John Oliver], [Samantha Bee], and [Dave Chappelle] keep doling out [much-needed comic relief]; many are [standing in solidarity] with [the oppressed] (putting their [money where their mouth is], and pinning [support on their sleeves]); and turning [all]. [those]. [swastikas]. into [ridiculous memes]. In other, small glimmers of hope, an [important new ruling] may provide some relief to immigrants facing deportation. So take [comfort in humanity] and the[arc of the moral universe], as well as these amazing “[petty Joe Biden” memes]. Don’t worry Joe—we’d change the Wi-Fi password, too. —[Laura Feinstein] TODAY IN... ECSTATIC HEIGHTS Why scientists say [there’s no “right way”] for women to orgasm. OFFICE OF DEPLORABLES How the KKK might have [already secured influence over the White House]. WHAT IS GOING ON What is the “Miss Ann effect” and [is it really what drove white women to][vote] for Trump? WHITEWASHING Are there [any Asian actors in the new Ghost in the Shell] remake? We find out. MAD, MAD WORLD We explore [the dangers of normalizing] a Trump presidency. THE READ [What My Jewish, Immigrant Father Taught Me About the American Dream] [Laura F bio shot 2] by Laura Feinstein Hatred is not a new concept to Jews. We’ve been on the receiving end of it for more than 5,000 years, and our fear of violence and terror is as ingrained in our culture as gefilte fish, Friday night prayers, and self-deprecating jokes. This past Wednesday, November 9th, marked the 78th anniversary of one of our most pivotal and tragic moments. Kristallnacht, or “[Night of Broken Glass],” was a massive, state-sponsored act of terrorism in which synagogues, Jewish-owned businesses, and homes throughout Germany and Austria were burned and vandalized. Some historians point to it as the “official” start of the Holocaust, but, more accurately, it was the moment when expressing long-festering hatred became normalized and was allowed to blossom out in the open. The early hours of Wednesday the 9th were also, incidentally, when Donald Trump, a candidate known for tweeting [anti-Semitic imagery] and inciting[violence against minorities], was elected the 45th president of the United States. Almost simultaneously, a[store in Philadelphia was vandalized with Swastikas] and other Nazi references, along with hastily scrawled pro-Trump graffiti. As Wednesday trudged on, I heard [about more hate crimes across the country] and felt scared, so I called my father. Born in the shadow of the Nazi regime, an immigrant but also the best embodiment of the American Dream I can think of—coming here with literally nothing but a weakened immune system and a legacy of trauma and rose to an exceptionally good life—I wanted his words of wisdom. I asked if he thought we were safe; if we needed to move. [Read more]. LET’S TALK ABOUT STICKY NOTES This week, the office staple became an emblem of unity as New Yorkers [plastered Union Square station with messages] of solidarity, sadness, grief, and resilience in reaction to the election. Now, [San Francisco is following suit]. Where will the sticky revolution go next? MORE FROM FUSION [One of Mexico’s most badass acting legends passed away at 106] [Read More] --------------------------------------------------------------- [This app wants to be an alternative to calling the cops] [Read More] [Facebook] [Twitter] [Vine] [Instagram] [Youtube] Remember, you can always [click here to unsubscribe] and never see another one of these emails until the apocalypse (at which time it'll be nothing but emails). This email was sent to {EMAIL} Fusion · 419 Lafayette St · New York, NY 10003 · USA